Wolf pack escapes zoo enclosures in visiting hours, prompting shutdown; 4 wolves shot dead

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Wolf pack escapes zoo enclosures in visiting hours, prompting shutdown; 4 wolves shot dead
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The wolves reportedly damaged safety latches and climbed a fence, but never left the zoo.

Ferrara told the news agency that the wolves had just arrived at the park, which is home to more than 600 animals, including monkeys and lions.

Trois Vallées zoo previously closed per an order by French Minister of Ecological Transition Barbara Pompili, who cited the safety of workers and the well-being of animals as reasons for the shutdown. However, the decision was overturned by a court shortly afterward, according toNine wolves reportedly fled from their enclosures during visiting hours at a French zoo, causing a temporary shutdown. Four were shot dead after displaying dangerous behavior, according to zoo officials.

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