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Zoo Visitor Loses Arm in Shocking Lion Attack

7/12/2025

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A tragic incident unfolded at Darling Downs Zoo in Queensland, Australia, when 50-year-old Jo Cabban lost her arm in a shocking lion attack. While watching zookeepers, the lion unexpectedly lunged from its enclosure, inflicting severe injuries. Jo was airlifted to the hospital and is currently stable, as investigations continue and the zoo assures the lion will not be euthanized.

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A tragic incident unfolded at Darling Downs Zoo in Queensland, Australia, when 50-year-old Jo Cabban lost her arm in a shocking lion attack. While watching zookeepers, the lion unexpectedly lunged from its enclosure, inflicting severe injuries. Jo was airlifted to the hospital and is currently stable, as investigations continue and the zoo assures the lion will not be euthanized.