Man Killed by Wild Elephant in Palm Plantation Incident
Georgealbert, Asean Now
February 11, 2025
An incident occurred in Khao Sam Roi Yot District, when a 67-year-old man
was fatally crushed by a wild elephant while inspecting his palm plantation.
On February 11, Anuchat Atthahan, the head of Kui Buri National Park,
confirmed the death of Chaliyo from Sam Roi Yot District, who was found
lying on his back with severe injuries after being trampled by an elephant.
The attack took place outside the boundaries of Kui Buri National Park, at
a palm plantation in Ban Lak Lor, Sao Lai Subdistrict, Prachuap Khiri Khan.
Officials were alerted to the situation when a report from the park’s
patrol unit indicated a fatal elephant attack. Upon arriving at the scene,
officers and emergency services found the man’s body with substantial
injuries to his chest, head, and left hip. Traces of elephant tracks were
found scattered throughout the plantation, confirming the involvement of
the wild animal.
The man had reportedly gone into the plantation to check on its condition
when he unexpectedly encountered the elephant, which had entered the area
to forage. He was unable to flee in time, resulting in the fatal attack.
The authorities are now investigating the incident further, and the body
was transported to “ for a formal examination. Local officials have
expressed their condolences, while wildlife authorities are continuing to
monitor the area for any additional encounters between humans and elephants.
This incident highlights ongoing challenges with wild elephant populations
and their interactions with local communities in the region.
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