Police: Man Tries to Climb Into Tiger Enclosure at Boston Zoo

A Massachusetts man allegedly decided to add some excitement to his Monday morning by trying to climb into a tiger enclosure.

According to the Massachusetts State Police, 24-year-old Matthew Abraham of Worchester entered Boston's Franklin Park Zoo, passed through multiple gates and fences, and was stopped by security in an attempt to access the tiger enclosure.

He was arrested and charged with trespassing and disorderly conduct.

Abraham was released on bail, according to the Massachusetts State Police, and he will most likely appear in Dorchester District Court for arraignment on Tuesday, February 22.

As for a motive, Abraham simply told police that he was "very interested in tigers."

It was determined that Abraham was mentally competent, according to police.

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