A series of tragic losses at South Lakes Safari Zoo in Cumbria - including animals run over by a miniature train or electrocuted by fencing - sparked outrage aimed at its millionaire founder.
WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENTA zoo dubbed ‘the worst in Britain’ after the deaths of hundreds of animals suddenly announced it was closing today following new cruelty allegations.
These included a capybara covered in cuts reportedly caused by fighting and a zebra with its hoof stuck in the bars of its enclosure which later had to be put down. A series of tragic losses at South Lakes Safari Zoo in Cumbria - including animals run over by a miniature train or electrocuted by fencing - sparked outrage aimed at its colourful millionaire founder, David GillThe news follows an alarming inspection report in July which found ’major causes for concern’ at the zoo
But it called for guarantees that ‘every animal at the zoo is rehomed to appropriate sanctuaries, where they can receive the care they deserve and live free’.
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