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Police say tiger video kills farm worker, TikToker arrested
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“A passion for TikTok cannot be more important than a human life,”
via dexerto.com
Background
Noman Hassan is a Pakistani social media influencer with approximately 2.5 million Instagram followers and 928,000 TikTok followers. He visited a private wildlife breeding farm in Kahna, near Lahore, to record content featuring a big cat.
The incident occurred at a facility where a tiger was kept. Initial local reports identified the animal as a tiger, though some outlets suggested it may have been a lion. Lahore Police later described it as a tigress.
The timeline
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Tiger attacks worker during video shoot
According to police, a tiger was released from its cage to film a TikTok video for influencer Noman Hassan. The animal lost control and attacked 19-year-old farm worker Talha, who suffered critical injuries.[1]
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Talha dies in hospital
The 19-year-old victim was reportedly rushed to a private hospital after the attack but died while undergoing treatment, local reports state.[1]
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Police arrest TikToker and farm owner
Lahore police reportedly arrested Noman Hassan and the farm owner, Fayyaz, in connection with the death. Investigators reportedly launched an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident.[1]
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Alleged cover-up attempt reported
Investigators believe an attempt was made to conceal the truth by claiming the teenager had been attacked by a dog rather than a big cat, according to Dawn and police statements.[1]
What happens next
Investigators are examining whether the farm had the necessary permits to keep the tiger and whether appropriate safety measures were in place, according to dexerto.com.
Frequently asked
Is the investigation into the tiger attack over?
No, the investigation is ongoing. Police are examining whether the farm had necessary permits and if safety measures were in place. As of November 13, 2026, per dexerto.com, the animal is in wildlife custody and negligence is being investigated.
Who was arrested in connection with the tiger attack?
Lahore police arrested the TikToker, Noman Hassan, and the farm owner, Fayyaz. They were taken into custody in connection with the death of the 19-year-old worker.
Was the animal a tiger or a lion?
Lahore Police described the animal as a tigress. While initial reports varied, police confirmed a big cat was responsible and transferred it to wildlife authorities.
Why did the police say the incident was a cover-up?
Police alleged that efforts were made to portray the attack as an incident involving a dog rather than a big cat to conceal the truth. This claim is part of the ongoing investigation into negligence.
More related drama (4)
Sources (3)
- dexerto.com, TikToker arrested after tiger released from cage for video kills teenager, Nov 13, 2026.
- timesofindia.indiatimes.com, Pakistani teen mauled to death by tigress released from cage for TikTok video shoot - The Times of India, Nov 13, 2026.
- irishmirror.ie, TikTok gone wrong as teen killed by big cat and influencer arrested, Nov 12, 2026.
Cite this timeline
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GenZHype. “Police say tiger video kills farm worker, TikToker arrested.”
GenZHype, 13 November 2026,
https://genzhype.com/drama/tiktoker-arrested-after-tiger-video-kills-19-year-old-worker/.