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Persian leopard (Panthera pardus) attack in Oklahoma: case report.

J S Vogel1, J R Parker, F B Jordan

  • 1Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73117, USA.

The American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology
|September 16, 2000
PubMed
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A fatal Persian leopard attack in Oklahoma highlights the risks of feeding exotic animals. Forensic techniques, including autopsy and dental analysis, were used to investigate the deadly incident.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic pathology
  • Veterinary forensics
  • Zoological safety

Background:

  • Animal sanctuaries house exotic animals, posing potential risks to staff and visitors.
  • Interactions between humans and large predatory animals require stringent safety protocols.

Observation:

  • A fatal attack occurred when a 53-year-old woman attempted to feed a Persian leopard (Panthera pardus) in an Oklahoma sanctuary.
  • The victim sustained fatal injuries during the predatory animal encounter.

Findings:

  • Autopsy, radiography, fingerprint analysis, microbiologic cultures, and dental impressions were employed for case evaluation.
  • These forensic methods provided crucial data for understanding the fatal attack dynamics.

Implications:

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  • The case underscores the inherent dangers of direct contact with exotic animals, even in controlled environments.
  • Standard forensic techniques are applicable and valuable in investigating fatal animal attacks, aiding in understanding and prevention.