Inquest Opens Following Fatal Tiger Attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park

An inquest begins today into the death of William Chapman, who was killed by an Amur tiger after entering an enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park.

Editorial Desk

October 15, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Doncaster, United Kingdom — A formal inquest is scheduled to commence this Thursday regarding the death of a man who lost his life following a tiger attack at a local wildlife facility.

William Chapman, 24, died on Saturday after entering the enclosure of an Amur tiger named Altai at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, located in Auckley, Doncaster. The incident resulted in a fatal mauling by the 30-stone animal.

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The hearing is set to take place at the Doncaster Coroner’s Court, with proceedings beginning at 10 am (0900 GMT). Authorities are expected to review the circumstances surrounding the tragedy that claimed the life of the former child actor.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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