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An investigation has been opened to establish the motive of the intruder and circumstances surrounding the lion attack (file photo)
The authorities in Ghana are investigating after a man was mauled to death by a lion after he climbed into a zoo enclosure in the capital, Accra.
The man, described as middle-aged, died from his injuries after Sunday's attack, officials say.
The motive of the intruder is yet to be determined, according to a statement by wildlife authorities.
The victim's body was retrieved from the zoo and taken to a local morgue.
Police have opened an investigation to establish the motive of the intruder and circumstances surrounding the attack.
A lion, a lioness and two cubs were in the enclosure when the incident happened.
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