Tusker Found Dead from Gunshot Wounds in Minneriya Zulfick Farzan, News First March 17, 2025 See link <https://www.newsfirst.lk/2025/03/17/tusker-found-dead-from-gunshot-wounds-in-minneriya>for photo. The body of a tusker elephant has been discovered in the Katukaliyawa area of Minneriya National Park, believed to have died from gunshot wounds. The Department of Wildlife Conservation reported that the elephant was found dead, and it is suspected that the animal was shot approximately two days ago. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the elephant's death. https://www.newsfirst.lk/2025/03/17/tusker-found-dead-from-gunshot-wounds-in-minneriya