American millionaire killed by elephants during hunt in Gabon

A tragic encounter in the dense forests of central Gabon has claimed the life of American millionaire Ernie Dosio, who was on a hunting expedition. The incident, which occurred on April 17, involved a sudden and fatal attack by a herd of five female elephants and their calf.

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The Falkland Islands have hugely voted overwhelmingly in favour of remaining a UK overseas territory, and we've always stood behind the islanders' right to self-determination and the fact that sovereignty rests with the UK.

Dosio, an avid hunter with a history of pursuing large game across Africa and various species in the US, was reportedly on a licensed hunt for small forest antelopes, specifically the yellow-backed duiker. The expedition, valued at £30,000, was being guided by a professional hunter in the Lope-Okanda rainforest.

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sovereignty rests with the UK and the islanders' right to self-determination is paramount.

According to reports, the elephants emerged unexpectedly from the thick undergrowth, surprising Dosio and his guide. The panicked herd immediately attacked, resulting in Dosio's death and injuries to the professional hunter. The safari company, Collect Africa, confirmed the client's death and the injury to their guide.

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We've expressed this position previously clearly and consistently to successive US administrations and nothing is going to change that.

Dosio, who lived with his long-term partner Betty near Sacramento, California, was a businessman who owned a significant vineyard in Modesto. The US Embassy and his family in California are reportedly involved in handling the aftermath of this unfortunate event. While hunting is a controversial activity, it is noted that Dosio's pursuits were strictly licensed and registered as part of animal population control efforts.

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