A wild elephant encounter has been reported in Sri Lanka where the animal had ransacked a vehicle in search of food.
Video footage shared on social media shows the elephant suddenly emerging from the side of the road and searching for food through the driver’s side window.
No injuries or casualties were reported in the wild elephant encounter, while the vehicle, a luxury van, is said to have sustained minor damages.
Reports suggest that the incident may have taken place on the Sithulpawwa- Kataragama Road bordering the Yala National Park.
Wildlife authorities have repeatedly urged the public not to feed elephants on roads, as they could suddenly attack vehicles in search of food, similar to the incident reported above. (NewsWire)
Wild elephant encounter in Sri Lanka! 🐘 Watch as this hungry elephant makes a bold move on a vehicle in search of a snack.
📸 @r_evarts pic.twitter.com/Oarsw8F0Ji
— NewsWire 🇱🇰 (@NewsWireLK) December 12, 2023
