Boy in critical condition after being attacked by escaped lion: 'Unforeseen incident'

A boy in western Kanchanaburi province in Thailand was attacked on a public road by a female lion that escaped from a residence.ย
The captive lion population has been growing in Thailand. There are nearly 500 lions registered in zoos, breeding farms, petting cafes, and homes.
Wildlife experts have warned the public that the trend in lionkeeping endangers both animals and humans and that it likely fuels illegal trade.
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Wildlife laws require owners to register and microchip lions and notify authorities if they are going to be moved, but there are limited welfare requirements.
The wildlife department urged people who keep wild animals โ a legal practice in Thailand โ to "be aware of the potential dangers, as all animals have a ferocious instinct."
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