PHOENIX, Arizona (ABC4 News) – A jaguar attacked a woman trying to take a selfie at a zoo near Phoenix Arizona Saturday.
The Wildlife WorldZooo in Litchfield Park says witnesses saw her crossing over a barrier to take a photo inside the jaguar enclosure.
Please understand why barriers are put in place. Sending prayers to the family tonight. pic.twitter.com/2MPb8bXhwR— Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park (@ZooWildlife) March 10, 2019
The jaguar let go of the woman after a witness distracted it with a bottle. Authorities say emergency responders transported the woman to a hospital to treat cuts on her arms and hand. Officials say she is expected to recover from her wounds.
The woman’s name or hometown has no been released.
