Tourist killed by wild elephant in Phu Kradueng park

After a lethal event, some trails were closed for safety.

Tourists watch the sunrise at Phu Kradueng National Park in Phu Kradueng district, Loei province, on Sunday. (Photo: Phu Kradueng National Park)
Tourists watch the sun at Phu Kradueng National Park in Phu Kradueng city, Loei state, on Sunday. ( Photo: Phu Kradueng National Park )

A wild rhinoceros killed a visitor to Phu Krabueng National Park on Tuesday, according to authorities, who frightened and declared some locations closed to tourists. &nbsp,

Attapol Charoenchansa, director-general of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, said the sufferer, identified only as Jeeranan, 49, from Chachoengsao state, was attacked by a wild rhino while walking along a road from her traveling page to Phen Phop Mai river.

Around 9:30 a.m., another visitors called park rangers to report the attack. When area investigators arrived at the scene, they discovered the person’s lifeless body.

The location near the waterfall is famous for its dark oak leaves, which are &nbsp, &nbsp, one of the features for tourists who flock to take photos there.

This is the first day someone has attacked someone who is on the road.

Mr. Attapol claimed that to ensure the safety of visitors, the plaza has partially closed this monitor and some other trails that are frequently used by wild animals. Another running lines remain empty, he said. ( continues below )

Red maple leaves near Phen Phob Mai waterfall on Tuesday. A tourist was killed by a wild elephant on Wednesday as she was walking from the campsite to see the leaves. (Photo: Phu Kradueng National Park)

Red oak trees were on Tuesday close to Phen Phob Mai fountain. A wild rhino attacked a visitor on Wednesday as she approached her station to view the leaves. ( Photo: Phu Kradueng National Park )

Phu Kradueng authorities have begun an exploration into the patient’s death.

According to the department head, an inner panel has also been set up to investigate the facts.

One of the most well-known parks in Thailand is located in the Phu Kradueng city of Loei state, especially during the great months of October through December.