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Elephant attack in North West: Injured tourist told ‘it was safe’

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By Citizen Reporter

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15 August 2025

01:15 pm

A French tourist trampled by an elephant disputes claims that he ignored a guide’s warnings.

French tourist Lionel Budieu attacked by elephant North West

Lionel Budieu is stabilised before being airlifted. Insert: Budieu in hospital. Photos: Supplied

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