Gorilla Shot Dead at Cincinnati Zoo After Boy Falls Into Enclosure

Gorilla Shot Dead at Cincinnati Zoo After Boy Falls Into Enclosure

A Cincinnati Zoo worker shot and killed a 17-year-old gorilla on Saturday after a 4-year-old boy fell into the exhibit.

The gorilla, named Harambe, had grabbed the child and was dragging him around the enclosure, according to officials. zoo director Thane Maynard said that it was a "life-threatening situation" for the child and that tranquilizing the gorilla might not have worked because of his size and strength.

Maynard added that the zoo had no choice but to shoot Harambe.

The boy, who has not been identified, was taken to Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center with unspecified injuries. His condition is unknown.

Thousands of people took to social media to express their outrage over the shooting, with some calling for Maynard's resignation. Others blamed the boy's parents, saying they should have been more careful.

This is not the first time a zoo visitor has fallen into an animal exhibit. In May, a 2-year-old boy tumbled into a cheetah enclosure at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and was bitten by one of the animals. The boy escaped serious injury.

Gorilla Killed After Toddler Falls Into Enclosure

A 4-year-old boy visiting the Cincinnati Zoo has died after falling into an exhibit of gorillas. The Cincinnati Police Department reports that the young boy fell into the moat surrounding the exhibit, and was then attacked by a 17-year-old male gorilla named Harambe. zoo officials report that staff made attempts to save the child, but were unable to do so.

Animal rights activists are already calling for the firing of Cincinnati Zoo Director Thane Maynard, citing Maynard's decision to shoot and kill Harambe rather than tranquilize him. Some are also calling for the closure of the zoo, which has been open since 1875.

In a statement on Facebook, Maynard said "The choice to use deadly force was made in order to protect the guest." He added that gorillas are "an extremely strong species" and that such an incident is "very rare."

The incident is still under investigation by both Cincinnati police and the USDA.

Cincinnati Zoo Officials Shoot and Kill Gorilla After Toddler Falls into Enclosure

On Saturday, a Cincinnati Zoo official shot and killed a gorilla after a toddler fell into the animal's enclosure.

The 17-year-old male gorilla, named Harambe, was initially Calm as bystanders scrambled to save the 3-year-old boy. However, officials said that when they tried to tranquilize the animal, he began to drag and throw the child. They then made the decision to shoot him.

"It is always a tough decision to make," said zoo director Thane Maynard in a news conference. "But it is also a decision that we make based on our experts."

Witnesses say that Harambe was protecting the child and did not appear to be attacking him, but officials maintain that they could not take any risks with the child's life.

The story has sparked outrage all over social media, with many people arguing that the gorilla did not deserve to die. Some have even started petitions calling for zoo officials to be held accountable for their decision.

What do you think?

Cincinnati Zoo Kills Gorilla After Toddler Falls In enclosure

The Cincinnati Zoo has killed a gorilla after a toddler fell into the animal's enclosure. The four-year-old boy was taken to hospital with serious injuries but later died.

Zoo officials made the decision to shoot the 17-year-old gorilla, named Harambe, after he dragged the child around for 10 minutes. "The Zoo's Gorilla World exhibit is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and meets or exceeds all standard safety guidelines," said Cincinnati Zoo director Thane Maynard.

"We are heartbroken about losing Harambe, but a silver lining is that there are no other animals or people harmed," he added. "Gorillas are endangered animals and we feel this was a necessary action."

The shooting has provoked an outcry on social media, with many people questioning why the zoo had not simply used a tranquilizer dart to subdue the gorilla.

Cincinnati Zoo Kills Gorilla After Child Falls Into The Enclosure

On Saturday, a 4-year-old boy fell into the gorilla enclosure at the Cincinnati Zoo. Fearing for the child's life, zoo officials made the difficult decision to shoot and kill 17-year-old silverback gorilla, Harambe.

This tragic event has sparked national debate over the safety of zoo visitors and the rights of gorillas. Some people feel that the gorilla should have been spared, while others argue that the child's safety is paramount.

What are your thoughts on this debate? Share your opinion in the comments below.

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