LAHORE: Four lions escaped from their cage at a circus in Sheikhupura on Wednesday night, causing fear and panic among the residents of the area. The lions escaped late last night after strong storm winds damaged the circus cage. They were later recaptured by rescue workers and circus staff. The incident occurred in the Mela Pir Bahadur Shah area of Sheikhupura. The circus had been set up for the annual celebration of a local Sufi saint. The lions entered a nearby plaza after breaking free from their cages. Panic spread among the people as news of the lions’ escape spread. Some young men armed with sticks and weapons set out to kill the lions.
