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Tusker hit by speeding train, dies by greatindian on 22 August, 2013 - 08:58 PM
avatar greatindian Tusker hit by speeding train, dies on 22 August, 2013 - 08:58 PM

Lakhimpur, Aug 22 (PTI) An elephant was today crushed under the wheels of the Gokul Express in the Manjhra Purab range of Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, an official said.

"A probe into the matter has been initiated and if the train driver is found guilty, appropriate legal action would be taken," Divisional Forest Officer of the sanctuary, Ashish, told PTI.

He added that the aged tusker was trying to cross the railway tracks near Khairatia railway station when the incident occurred.