Elephant attacked in Hassan, two people died
The incident took place at Kadegarje village of Belur Taloo in Hassan district where two workers of a coffee plantation were killed in a forest attack.
Chikkayya (60) and Chikkayya (50) died. While working in the coffee plantation, the forest was attacked. The elephants rushed to the garden, knocking them out of the trunk and crushing the two. The two died on the spot.
People have expressed outrage against the forest department, setting fire to the road and blocking the road. Lawmakers are demanding the DFO come to the place.
The family members of the deceased workers have reached the end of Akrandra. The incident took place at Arahalli station.