A tense situation was reported during the Devinuwara Esala Perahera procession after an elephant suddenly went on rampage.
Video footage of the incident shows the elephant suddenly attacking its mahout, before walking away.
The elephant remains aggressive with other mahouts attempting to control the animal and contain the situation.
The public seated on pavements to view the perahera were seen panicking and scrambling away to safety. (Newswire)
Tense scenes at Devinuwara Perahera
An elephant taking part in the Perahera suddenly went on a rampage, injuring its mahout.
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(@NewsWireLK) August 4, 2025
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