In the spring of 2009, a terrifying incident occurred at the Berlin Zoo when a 32-year-old woman, struggling with personal issues, jumped into the polar bear enclosure during a feeding session. Initially, the bears were distracted by the food and unaware of her presence, but soon one bear noticed her and attacked. Visitors watched in horror as she tried to escape, only to be pulled under by the bears multiple times. Zookeepers responded swiftly, throwing life rings and distracting the bears long enough to rescue her. She was rushed to the hospital with multiple injuries but survived.
The woman, Mandy K., was facing significant personal struggles, including losing her job and experiencing a breakup. Authorities confirmed that her actions had put herself, the bears, and the zoo staff at risk. Despite the shocking event, the zoo stated that no changes would be made to security, as determined individuals could always find a way into the enclosures. This incident came after a similar occurrence in 2008, when a man entered the enclosure of the famous polar bear Knut.
