William Chapman: Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo is named and pictured for first time

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13 Oct 2026 • 9:46 PM MYT
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William Chapman: Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo is named and pictured for first time

  • William Chapman has been named as the man fatally wounded after entering an enclosure containing an Amur tiger named Altai at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on Saturday 10 October.
  • Minutes prior to the fatal attack, Mr Chapman, who was visiting the park alone, uploaded footage to his Instagram account showing him approaching the animal.
  • Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 1.30pm, but Mr Chapman was tragically pronounced dead inside the enclosure.
  • The City of Doncaster Council has initiated a health and safety investigation into the incident, as the wildlife park remained closed for a fourth day on Tuesday.
  • Yorkshire Wildlife Park has reassured the public that Altai the tiger is safe and well, confirming that the animal will not be euthanised.

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