Tragic Encounter: Wild Elephant Attack Claims Young Life in Kerala Forest

A 20-year-old man named Sebastian from the Muthuvan community was killed in a wild elephant attack in a central Kerala forest area. The attack occurred on Sunday night as he and two companions ventured into the forest to collect honey. Sebastian fell while fleeing, and the elephant trampled him.

In a tragic incident, a 20-year-old man was fatally attacked by a wild elephant in a Kerala forest area, as confirmed by local police on Monday.

The unfortunate encounter took place in a tribal hamlet under the jurisdiction of Malakkappara police station, late on Sunday. Three men, including the victim identified as Sebastian, a member of the Muthuvan community, were out collecting honey when the attack happened.

According to police reports, the trio attempted to flee upon seeing the elephant in the dark. However, Sebastian was unable to escape and was trampled to death. His body has been sent to Government Hospital in Chalakkudi for a post-mortem examination.

(With inputs from agencies.)