Tourists Killed by Elephant on Zambia Safari

Two female tourists, identified as Easton Janet Taylor from the UK and Alison Jean Taylor from New Zealand, were killed by a female elephant with a calf during a walking safari at South Luangwa National Park in eastern Zambia. The attack occurred when the elephant, likely acting protectively, charged at the women. Safari guides and an armed wildlife police officer attempted to intervene by firing shots and wounding the elephant, but were unable to prevent the fatalities. Both women died at the scene. Authorities noted that such incidents are not isolated, referencing that two American tourists were killed in separate elephant attacks in Zambia last year. The event highlights the dangers of walking safaris where female elephants may react aggressively to perceived threats to their young.