Mark Lautenbach, a 33-year-old safari guide and wildlife photographer, was killed by a six-tonne bull elephant at Rock Lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve near the Botswana border. ^[1] The elephant, which was in musth, forced its way into a fenced tourist area and trampled Lautenbach repeatedly, leaving him with extensive and serious injuries. ^[2] Member of the Executive Council for Environment and Agricultural Development, Desbo Mohono, confirmed that Mark Lautenbach was amongst the most highly regarded game rangers in South Africa. ^[3] The elephant was subsequently put down amid concerns it posed a continued threat to human life. ^[4] The bull elephant was put down over fears it could kill again after the incident. ^[5]