Elephant "Kandula"Died After Fallen Down From A Truck In Kadugannawa

An Elephant "Kandula" who was utilized for Safari's in Habarana  has died yesterday(11) morning after suffering from serious injuries as a result of fallen down to the road from a truck which he was in while transporting him to Pinnawala Orphanage on last Saturday(09).

Due to an illness "Kandula" was transported to the Pinnawala orphanage by a truck from Habarana on Saturday and due to the irresponsible driving of the truck driver the truck met with an accident on the way it has been revealed.

The 58 year old elephant has died while received treatment in Illukwatte area.Kadugannawa last morning.

Meanwhile the Ministry Of Wild Life has appointed a special committee comprising with a retired supreme court judge to probe on the demise of "Kandula" it has been announced.