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February 17, 2026

Elephant Kills Balkan Man on Safari! Went for a walk with his wife when the giant emerged from the jungle

A man from the Balkans died in a horrific accident in Sri Lanka when he was run over by an elephant! According to media reports, a Hungarian citizen (64) was walking with a group of tourists yesterday when a raging elephant attacked them.

Elephant Kills Balkan Man on Safari! Went for a walk with his wife when the giant emerged from the jungle

TL;DR

  • A 64-year-old Hungarian tourist died in Sri Lanka after being trampled by an elephant.
  • The incident occurred near Pidurangala-Sigiriya, a popular tourist destination close to wildlife habitats.
  • The man was walking with his wife and a group of tourists when the elephant attacked.
  • Local police are investigating the fatal encounter.
  • A guide emphasized the risks of independent walks in areas frequented by elephants, noting that such encounters are common.
  • A similar incident involving an elephant attacking a Canadian tourist occurred in the same area in 2024.

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