Sri Lanka, Jan. 9 -- A two-year-old elephant calf was killed after a herd of elephants collided with a lorry on the Anuradhapura-Padeniya road, in the Galgamuwa Mee Oya area, wildlife officials reported.

The incident took place as the herd, returning to the Teak Reserve after foraging overnight, attempted to cross the road near the Galgamuwa bridge at the start of the Alikele area, a known elephant crossing point.

The lorry, travelling from Padeniya towards Anuradhapura, struck the calf, killing it on the spot.

Two people were in the vehicle at the time, and thankfully no injuries were reported. Local residents say the vehicle fled the scene after the collision.

The deceased calf was later seen lying in the middle of the road, raising...