India: Wild elephant attack kills TV cameraman

He was reportedly shooting visuals of wild elephants crossing a river in Palakkad

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Published: Wed 8 May 2024, 4:54 PM

Last updated: Wed 8 May 2024, 5:00 PM

A cameraman, Mukesh, working for Mathrubhumi News, a Malayalam news channel, was killed in an elephant attack on May 8, according to Indian media reports.

He was reportedly shooting visuals of wild elephants crossing a river in Palakkad. The attack occurred in the Panamarakkad area near Kanjikode.

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As the elephants rushed towards the crew, Mukesh and other members ran away. However, Mukesh fell and was attacked.

Police officials told Indian media that the cameraman was quickly taken to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment, but could not be saved.

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Published: Wed 8 May 2024, 4:54 PM

Last updated: Wed 8 May 2024, 5:00 PM

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