The family of William Chapman, who died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, have paid tribute to a "warm and engaging young man". Mr Chapman, who was in his mid-20s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Family statement
In a statement, his family said he had suffered from "significant mental illness" over the years and had been prescribed "strong medication". The statement read: "William was a bright, warm and engaging young man whom his family dearly loved - and William loved them back. The family are utterly devastated by their loss and are struggling to come to terms with what has happened."
The family added: "The family are hopeful that the relevant authorities will do their upmost to get to the bottom of why our amazing son did what he did."
Footage of the incident
According to footage posted in reports, Mr Chapman appeared to have filmed the moment he approached the animal. A short clip, apparently posted on a now-deleted Instagram account, was filmed inside the tiger's enclosure, with the large animal lying on top of a wooden platform a few metres in front of the camera.
In the audio, the person filming can be heard breathing heavily as distant voices shout "Oh my God" and "seriously".
Park closure
The park will remain closed on Wednesday for the fifth day following the attack.
