‘Model (36) was bitten in the head by leopard during photo shoot’ | Abroad

The photo shoot that got out of hand was in a ‘senior residence for show animals’ in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt. The model stepped into the cage with guidance, but the leopard didn’t appreciate that and bit her in the head. The woman was rushed to hospital by helicopter.

The animal, like any other leopard from the center, would be used more often for photo shoots. Previously, the two game animals performed in front of the public, German media report. Guests of the private shelter can feed various animals for a fee. Ponies, birds and pigs are also taken care of.

The owner of the animal center may have acted negligently. The police are further investigating, including into the conditions in which the animals live. The beast would also have escaped for a short time after the attack.

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