Thai traditional Kathin procession becomes fatal as elephant throws two down before wild attacks

[Pattaya Mail] - 11/12/2024

BUENG KAN, Thailand – Tragedy struck at a Kathin ceremony when an elephant in the procession became agitated, causing a fatal accident and injuries to attendees. The incident unfolded when the elephant, carrying two people, reacted aggressively and threw them to the ground before attacking (…)



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