Special team formed to nab accused in Mudumalai elephant burning case

The incident happened in the buffer zone of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve almost a year ago.

The Forest Department has formed a special team to trace one of the accused responsible for the death of an elephant in the buffer zone of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) last year.

Almost one year ago, the elephant, an adult tusker, known locally as “Ronaldo” or “S.I.,” died from the injuries it suffered after three men, including two brothers running a resort-cum-residence in the buffer zone, hurled a burning object at the elephant that got stuck around its head, leading to suffering severe burns. After almost a week, the elephant, believed to be around 40-years-old and one of the largest tuskers in the landscape, died from its injuries while being taken to the Theppakadu Elephant Camp for treatment.