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Temporary Closure of Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary Following Fatal Tiger Attack on Staff, Strict Surveillance on Risk Areas

Crime05 Aug 2026 18:00 GMT+7

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Temporary Closure of Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary Following Fatal Tiger Attack on Staff, Strict Surveillance on Risk Areas

Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary announced a temporary closure after a staff member was fatally attacked by a tiger. The sanctuary has ordered strict monitoring of high-risk areas and banned any public activities.

On 5 Aug 2026 GMT+7, Mr. Sakarin Wichajan, a government employee of Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, died after being attacked by a wild animal believed to be a tiger while on duty this morning, as previously reported.

The latest update: Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary has announced a temporary closure and instructed staff to exercise caution with increased surveillance in high-risk areas. Students and tourists are prohibited from conducting activities in the sanctuary for safety until further notice.