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Lioness ‘pet’ of social media influencer seized after attack

A lioness (not pictured) was kept by a Thai social media influencer — A lioness (not pictured) was kept by a Thai social media influencer (Getty Images)

A social media influencer's pet lioness in Thailand escaped its restraints and attacked two people, including an 11-year-old boy.
The incident occurred on Saturday night in Kanchanaburi, 123km from Bangkok, where the one-year-old lioness broke free from a pole.
The victims, Sarawut Tokaeo and Arthit Nueangnui, were hospitalised with their injuries.
Thailand's environment minister ordered legal action against the owner, Parinya Parkpoom, 32, for violating the Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act.
The lioness has been seized by officials and will be transferred to a wildlife care centre, with Mr Parkpoom facing potential imprisonment or a fine.

Thailand to seize influencer’s ‘pet’ lioness after animal attacks two people — In full