Police

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A wild male elephant was found dead in a rice field near the Phu Luang Wildlife Sanctuary in Loei province. Officials suspect the animal died from an electric shock after discovering a homemade electric fence erected by villagers nearby. Authorities are collecting evidence and plan to pursue legal action, with a veterinary team set to conduct a further examination on October 16.

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Officials from Phu Luang Wildlife Sanctuary are investigating after a wild elephant was found dead in a rice field in Ban Yang Diaow, Wang Saphung district, Loei province. Preliminary findings suggest the elephant died from an electric shock, with a homemade electric fence discovered near the carcass. Authorities are gathering evidence for possible legal action, and a veterinary team from Khon Kaen’s Conservation Area Office 8 will conduct a detailed examination on October 16.

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