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Wild Elephant Storms Tourist Spot, Woman Escapes Injury
25 Apr
Summary
- A wild elephant surprised tourists at Sangama, a river confluence.
- One woman sustained minor injuries after being nudged by the elephant.
- The elephant appeared suddenly, likely searching for drinking water.
A shocking incident occurred Friday afternoon at Sangama, a scenic river confluence popular with Bengaluru residents. A wild elephant, venturing into the area likely in search of water, suddenly appeared amidst over 100 tourists.
The sudden intrusion caused widespread panic, with visitors scattering and abandoning personal belongings. During the commotion, a middle-aged woman was nudged by the elephant's trunk. Fortunately, her injuries were minor and she received treatment at a local government hospital.
Eyewitnesses reported the elephant, startled by the crowd, quickly retreated back into the nearby jungle. The tusker remained visible for approximately 20 minutes before disappearing, an unusual occurrence for this tourist spot.
