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Family of Darling Downs Zoo lion attack victim speaks out

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The owner of the Darling Downs Zoo where a woman, his sister-in-law, lost her arm after being bitten by a lioness has spoken publicly, saying he's grateful the quick actions of his employees saved her life.

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  • A woman in her 50s lost her arm after being bitten by a lion at a Pilton zoo.
  • The incident happened while she was in a restricted area observing her sister clean the enclosure. 17s
  • A zookeeper used a leather belt as a tourniquet, saving the woman's life. 53s
  • The woman is in stable condition after two emergency surgeries. 59s
  • Workplace Health and Safety is investigating, and compliance notices have been issued to the zoo. 1m 33s
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