The cause of death for Ryan Easley, an animal handler associated with Tiger King star Joe Exotic, has been confirmed.

TMZ reported that the Tulsa Medical Examiner confirmed Easley’s death was caused by blunt force, sharp force, and crushing injuries from a tiger mauling.

Per the outlet, Easley suffered numerous injuries, including deep punctures, lacerations, and contusions across his neck, back, and scalp. The report also detailed extensive hemorrhaging, crushing injuries to his cervical vertebrae, and spinal cord. He also had additional lacerations on his arms and abdomen.

Easley was 37.

Easley was killed by a tiger under his care at the Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Hugo, Oklahoma, on September 20, according to a statement posted on the wildlife refuge’s Facebook page.

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