Wolves assault jogger within wildlife sanctuary close to Paris
In the vicinity of the iconic city of Paris, a harrowing event unfolds at a local safari park. A solitary jogger, aged 37, encounters a terrifying encounter with three wolves, resulting in severe injuries. The authorities confirmed the woman's critical condition.
According to reports, the woman was attacked on the park’s grounds, sustaining bites on her neck, thigh, and back. The news agency AFP revealed that this information is based on their own sources. The prosecutor of Versailles, Maryvonne Caillibotte, confirmed the woman is in critical condition.
The incident occurred early morning at the Thoiry Safari Park, approximately 40 kilometers west of Paris. Prior to the attack, it's believed that the woman spent a night at a Safari Lodge with her family, and afterward, decided to jog alone. Caillibotte suspects that the woman mistakenly entered the Safari Zone, which is ordinarily restricted to vehicles. It's unclear if there were any insufficient signs or if the woman made a wrong turn.
Thoiry Safari Park promotes a unique lodging experience, where guests can enjoy "silence, peace, and seclusion" in the Wolf Zone, offering an intimate, up-close encounter with arctic wolves, visible from the living room window. The nightly rate varies between 220 to 760 Euro.
Emergency responders were reportedly prompt in reaching the scene, and the wolves were subsequently removed. A source close to the situation stated that the woman had to navigate through "safety systems, a moat, and an electric fence" before the attack. An investigation into the incident is currently underway by the police.
The Thoiry Zoo was established in 1968 by Paul de la Panouse, holder of a nearby chateau. In 2018, the park was sold to a group of investors.
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In response to this incident, international wildlife conservation organizations have expressed concern over the safety measures at Thoiry Safari Park. France's Ministry of Ecological Transition has announced an investigation into the incident, aiming to enhance safety protocols for park visitors and wildlife.
