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Doncaster
Doncaster is the location of Yorkshire Wildlife Park, where a 23-year‑old man named William Chapman entered a tiger enclosure and was killed. The incident occurred on October 13, 2026, and the park remained closed for investigation as of the latest report on October 14, 2026.
What to know
- William Chapman was 23 when he entered a tiger enclosure and was killed shortly after 13:30 BST on Saturday. Oct 14
- The park was evacuated and remains closed while authorities investigate the incident. Oct 14
- William Chapman entered the tiger enclosure from a viewing platform and was killed. Oct 13
- The incident occurred at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster, England. Oct 13
- A man entered the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park and was charged by the tiger. Oct 11
Timeline
- Oct 14, 2026
- Oct 13, 2026
- Oct 11, 2026


