Tourist Hospitalized After Deer Charges Him During Selfie Attempt in Italy
A 57-year-old visitor suffered abdominal trauma after being charged by a deer while attempting to take a photo in Abruzzo National Park, according to ANSA.
A 57-year-old tourist was hospitalized after being charged by a deer while trying to take a selfie in Abruzzo National Park in Italy, according to a report by ANSA.
The incident occurred in the protected area, which is known for its wildlife including deer, wolves and bears. ANSA reported that the man suffered abdominal trauma as a result of the encounter.
Details on the exact circumstances leading up to the charge, including how close the tourist approached the animal, were not immediately available. ANSA did not specify the man's nationality or the precise location within the park.
The tourist was taken to hospital following the incident, ANSA reported. His current condition was not disclosed in the available report.
Abruzzo National Park is one of Italy's oldest protected nature reserves, established to safeguard native wildlife populations. Park authorities have previously cautioned visitors against approaching wild animals too closely, particularly during mating seasons when deer and other species can become more aggressive.
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