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Tragedy struck on Monday in Uganda when a vehicle collided with an elephant in a national park in the northwestern part of the country, killing at least three people.
So far, there has been no feedback on the elephant’s health status.
Incidents involving humans and wildlife have become increasingly common in recent years as growing populations and expanding settlements continue to push into protected wildlife habitats.
Police say the incident occurred on Sunday evening in Murchison Falls National Park, when a minibus travelling from Arua city to the capital, Kampala, “knocked a crossing elephant and subsequently lost control”.
“Three occupants died on the spot while four others including the driver sustained injuries,” the police said on X.
The incident was also confirmed by the Ugandan Wildlife Authority (UWA).
“Motorists travelling through Protected Areas are strongly advised to drive cautiously, as wild animals frequently cross the roads,” it warned.
In 2024, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) estimated that speeding vehicles inside Murchison Falls National Park were killing an average of three animals daily. Road accidents also continue to be a major concern across Uganda, where fatal crashes are frequently reported.
