Chellamestri (55) is an another unfortunate person who lost his life due to an wild elephant attack. The incidence recently occurred during early hours at Emmegunda Estate, which belongs to Tata Coffee Company, near Pollibetta. It is reported that Chellamestri (55) while on his walk in the morning, was charged by a wild elephant.
After conducting postmortem the body was handed over to the deceased family. State Wildlife Board member Sanket Poovaiah visited and after offering his condolences to the family members, he informed them that a compensation of Rs 20 lakhs will be offered from the government within 2 days. Siddapur Congress Zonal President SB Pratish was also present there.
