Mexico: Escaped Bengal tiger Kenzo killed during recovery operation

Kenzo, an 18-month-old, 205-kilogram Bengal tiger, is dead after escaping from a private wildlife center in Mexico. The tiger was killed during a recovery operation in the State of Mexico (Edomex) after a security agent shot it. The incident occurred when the animal reacted aggressively towards a veterinarian who was attempting to sedate it.

The tiger had escaped from the Animal Experience México private wildlife center. After being missing for over 100 hours, Kenzo was located at the bottom of a ravine in a densely wooded area. According to environmental authorities, a mixed team of veterinarians and police forces reached the tiger. It died from its injuries following a lethal gunshot.

The federal environmental protection authority, Profepa, confirmed the incident. They stated that the armed intervention was decided upon when the feline exhibited aggressive behavior. Profepa has ordered the temporary closure of the facility from which Kenzo escaped. The authority also seized other animals found at the center.

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The armed intervention was decided when the feline reacted aggressively.