Millionaire hunter killed by herd of elephants in Africa

WorldEnvironment
25 Apr 2026 • 10:39 PM MYT
The Independent
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Millionaire hunter killed by herd of elephants in Africa

  • Millionaire big-game hunter Ernie Dosio, 75, was killed after being trampled by elephants during a hunting expedition in Gabon, central Africa.
  • The American vineyard owner was searching for a rare yellow-backed duiker antelope in the Lope-Okanda forest when a herd of five elephants emerged and crushed him.
  • The incident, which reportedly occurred on 17 April, also left a professional hunter guiding Mr Dosio seriously injured.
  • Mr Dosio had amassed a large collection of animal trophies during his lifetime, including rhinos, elephants, and lions.
  • Trophy hunting remains a controversial practice, with campaign groups advocating against it due to animal welfare and environmental concerns.

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