Kenzo, the Bengal tiger that escaped from the Animal Experience center on June 27, died on July 2 during his capture in Tepetlaoxtoc. The UNAM autopsy determined the cause: aspiration of blood after a projectile impact to the head.
Necropsy details
The study, delivered to Profepa, indicates that the wound “entered through the region of the right upper eyelid and continued its journey through the soft palate.” Kenzo weighed 116.2 kg and was 236 cm long.
“Likewise, it describes other wounds that the specimen had, some compatible with firearm projectiles; among them, one corresponding to the marking of the specimen (microchip) and, in addition, an 11 cm longitudinal lacerating wound in the tail,” details the PROPAEM statement.
The preliminary report from the UNAM Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Zootechnics still awaits a final diagnosis with histopathological examination for greater precision.
Causes of death
Kenzo died during the capture operation after trying to attack one of the rescuers. The projectile impact was necessary to safeguard the integrity of that person. Authorities continue the investigation into the escape and the conditions at the center.




