New Delhi: A horrific incident at an elephant sanctuary in southern India has left one man dead. In a now-viral video, a caretaker is seen being attacked by an elephant, resulting in his tragic demise.Fatal encounter at Kerala FarmThe incident occurred on Thursday, June 20th, at the Kerala Farm elephant sanctuary located in Idukki district, Kerala. Local reports suggest the attack unfolded after the caretaker, identified as 62-year-old Balakrishnan, struck the elephant with a cane. This action appears to have triggered a violent reaction from the animal.Graphic video emergesThe disturbing video circulating online shows the initial attack, followed by the elephant trampling Balakrishnan. The victim is seen struggling to rise before succumbing to his injuries.Un hombre de 62 años de edad, falleció al ser atacado y aplastado por un elefante en un centro de safaris en Kallar, al sur de la India El incidente ocurrió una vez culminado un safari y el hombre intentar atar al elefante. 🤔😲😮 pic.twitter.com/RHzlTeOa3S— CrónicaPolicial (@CronicaPolicial) June 22, 2024Investigation launchedFollowing the tragedy, Balakrishnans body underwent a legal autopsy before being handed over to authorities. Furthermore, an investigation has been launched into the Kerala Farm sanctuary. According to reports, the sanctuary failed to register the elephants with the Animal Welfare Board of India, a mandatory requirement for using elephants in entertainment or tourist activities. This oversight has raised concerns about the sanctuarys adherence to animal welfare protocols.
