SANParks ranger severely injured in elephant attack
A South African National Parks (SANParks) field ranger was severely injured by an elephant at the southwestern part of Kruger National Park (KNP) on Tuesday morning.
SANParks said preliminary reports suggest that the injured ranger was patrolling the Pretoriuskop section with his colleagues when a breeding herd crossed the road in front of him.
SANParks spokesperson, Ike Phaahla said one of the elephants turned back and charged the field Ranger, which resulted in him sustaining serious injuries.
“His colleagues managed to rescue him by firing a warning shot at the elephant which ran off and they were able to immediately call for help,” he says.
“A helicopter with a doctor and support team on board immediately responded.
“The injured field ranger was stabilised on the scene and transported by ambulance to the nearest hospital for further medical attention.”
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