Guwahati, Aug 6: In a tragic incident, a man was killed and his wife was injured after they were attacked by a herd of elephants at Joypur in Assam’s Dibrugarh on Sunday morning.

The deceased has been identified as Phunu Orang, 45. His wife, Shivani Orang, 40, is undergoing treatment at Naharkatiya Civil Hospital.

Sources said the herd of elephants have strayed out from Dehing Patkai National Park in search of food.

They went on a rampage at Phunu Orang’s residence, damaging the house and its surroundings.

Phunu Orang and his wife were attacked when they tried to shoo away the elephants.

Sources said Phunu Orang was trampled to death, while his wife suffered injuries to her head and limbs.

The other family members managed to escape after the herd of elephants caused havoc at the residence.

Forest officials have rushed to the spot and are trying to track down the elephants. They have also advised villagers to stay indoors and not venture out into the forest areas.

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