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A horrific incident occurred at the San Diego Zoo yesterday evening, leaving a 32-year-old man in critical condition after being brutally attacked and raped by a western lowland gorilla.
According to eyewitnesses, the victim, identified as John Smith, a zoo employee, entered the gorilla enclosure around 5:45 PM to perform a routine cleaning task. Witnesses reported hearing screams and loud noises coming from the enclosure, prompting zoo staff to rush to the scene.
“We were in the adjacent exhibit when we heard the screams,” said zoo visitor, Sarah Johnson. “At first, we thought it was just the gorilla making noise, but then we saw the employee being dragged into the enclosure. It was like something out of a nightmare.”
When zoo officials arrived, they found Smith severely injured and bleeding profusely. The gorilla, a 12-year-old male named Bongo, was still in the enclosure, agitated and aggressive.
“It was a chaotic scene,” said zoo spokesperson, Jane Thompson. “Our staff immediately sedated the gorilla and rushed the victim to the hospital.”
Smith was transported to the University of California, San Diego Medical Center, where he underwent emergency surgery for severe lacerations and internal injuries. Hospital officials confirmed that Smith is in critical condition and is being treated for severe trauma.
The incident has left the zoo community in shock, with many questioning the safety protocols in place. “This is a tragic incident that should never have happened,” said zoo director, Dr. Kathryn Jenkins. “We will conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the attack and take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.”
The incident has also raised concerns about the treatment and care of the gorillas at the zoo. “Gorillas are wild animals and should be treated with respect and caution,” said Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned primatologist. “This incident highlights the importance of proper training and safety protocols for zoo staff and visitors.”
The San Diego Zoo has announced that it will be conducting a thorough review of its safety procedures and will provide counseling services to staff and visitors affected by the incident.
The incident is currently under investigation by local authorities, and the zoo has promised to cooperate fully.
Update: The San Diego Zoo has announced that Bongo, the gorilla involved in the attack, will be relocated to a primate sanctuary in the coming weeks.