Overview

• Juliana Gle Tourneau was the second American killed by an elephant in Zambia in 2024.
• The incident occurred after the tourist vehicle stopped due to elephant-related traffic.
• Earlier this year, another American tourist, Gail Mattson, was killed by an elephant in Kafue National Park.
• Rising elephant attacks in southern Africa are linked to changing migratory patterns due to climate change.
• Officials urge extreme caution for tourists observing wildlife in Zambia.