In a shocking incident at the Chorros de Milla Zoological Park in Mérida, a 60-year-old vigilante identified as José Leopoldo Zambrano Dávila lost his left arm after a brutal lion attack. The event unfolded during the early hours of the morning when Zambrano, reportedly intoxicated, ignored safety protocols and attempted to pet one of the zoo’s lions.
According to park staff, Zambrano arrived at his night shift visibly drunk. Despite colleagues urging him to rest and sober up, the vigilante disregarded their advice and began his rounds. Around midnight, he approached the enclosure housing two lions, Caribay and Karú. In a reckless move, Zambrano leaped over the security fence to stroke one of the wild animals. The lion responded fiercely, attacking him and mauling several parts of his body, ultimately severing his left arm.
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