After elephant kills tourist, SANParks urges tourists stay in vehicles during wildlife encounters
This warning follows Saturday’s incident where a tourist was charged and killed by an elephant at the Kruger National Park’s Malelane Gate.
Elephant in the Kruger National Park. Wikimedia Commons/Dario Crespi
CAPE TOWN - South African National Parks (SANParks) is urging tourists to stay inside their vehicles when encountering wild animals.
This warning follows Saturday’s incident where a tourist was charged and killed by an elephant at the Kruger National Park’s Malelane Gate.
SANParks is calling on witnesses of the recent elephant incident to stop sharing pictures and videos on social media due to their sensitive nature.
According to reports, the tragic event occurred when a tourist climbed out of their vehicle and was charged by an elephant.
This follows a similar incident last July when a Spanish tourist was killed at Pilanesberg National Park after exiting their car to photograph an elephant herd.
SANParks management has expressed deep regret over this loss of life and has emphasised the importance of staying safe in wildlife areas.