A senior tourist killed by an elephant, trying to protect grandchildren

The senior tourist died on Saturday after he was trampled by an elephant in the Kruger National Park in South Africa.

South African national parks announced an incident through Social media But I gave some details.

But the regional information service informs that the man went after his grandchildren after they left his vehicle unaware that the elephant is hidden in nearby bushes.

The terrified elephant accused, and his grandfather “placed between (children) and the promoting elephant” IOLSouth Africa Republic, she informed.

Grandfather, a resident of South Africa, was recognized as deceased at the scene of the incident. Children were apparently not injured.

Tourists can drive through the Kruger National Park, but they should stay in their vehicles.

Sanparks stated that the incident took place near the Crocodile River at the Malelane gate and issued the following appeal:

“Due to the sensitivity of the incident, we appeal to society to refrain from publishing or sharing photos and videos from an incident in social media. Additional details will be published at the right time. “