Man dies after wild elephant attack in Panama

Man dies after wild elephant attack in Panama

February 23, 2026   02:56 pm

An individual has died following a wild elephant attack near the Panama Wewa in Panama, Ampara, police stated.

As a result of the attack, the individual sustained serious injuries and was admitted to the hospital, where he later passed away.

The deceased was a 71-year-old resident of Panama.

Preliminary investigations have revealed that the man was attacked by a wild elephant while returning from his farm after attending to his cultivation activities.

Panama Police are conducting further investigations into the incident.

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