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- South Carolina police investigating man found dead in kangaroo enclosure on relative’s farm (the-independent.com)
Loris, SC – Horry County Police are investigating a fatal incident at a local farm involving a man and an animal. 52-year-old Eric Slate was found deceased inside an enclosure containing wallabies and kangaroos of various ages at 5 Star Farm. He sustained multiple blunt force injuries.
While the investigation remains active, the farm’s owner, Robert Slate, confirmed the deceased was a family member. In a statement, he emphasized that the animal involved was secured within its enclosure at the time of the incident. The family has requested privacy and respect during this difficult time.
Authorities have not yet released details about the specific circumstances surrounding Mr. Slate’s death. While kangaroo fatalities are rare, adult kangaroos are powerful animals capable of inflicting serious injuries.