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Medical Examiner Confirms Tiger-Mauling Accident in Death of Trainer Ryan Easley

Easley, 37, was attacked during a performance at his Hugo, Oklahoma preserve.

Overview

  • The Tulsa medical examiner’s autopsy cites blunt force, sharp force and crushing injuries from a tiger mauling.
  • The manner of death was ruled an accident in the report released on Dec. 11.
  • Easley was performing at Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Hugo on Sept. 20 when he was attacked, according to the county sheriff.
  • The preserve canceled tours and issued a public statement mourning him, and authorities have not announced any criminal charges.
  • Coverage notes Easley’s connections to Joe Exotic and Doc Antle and highlights PETA’s prior allegations about his ShowMe Tigers operation.