A 30-year-old elephant was
electrocuted after it apparently came in contact with an illegal electric fence erected around a maize farm near Thalwadi.
Forest Department officials said Michal, the owner of the two-acre farm, had illegally electrified the fencing around it. It is suspected the elephant died after coming in contact with it.
Locals yesterday found the elephant dead and informed police and forest department officials. After removing the tusks, the elephant was buried in the forest area.
A case was registered against Michal, who is at large, they said.
