Hungry Elephant's Grocery Store Raid Goes Viral

A hungry wild elephant caused havoc in a grocery store in Thailand on Monday, June 5th, 2025. The incident occurred around midday near a national park. Footage shows the elephant entering the store and helping itself to various food items from the shelves. "It's not uncommon for human-elephant encounters in areas where the animals live nearby," said a wildlife expert. The elephant was eventually ushered out, and no one was injured, though the store sustained some damage. The incident highlights the challenges of coexisting with wildlife in close proximity to human settlements.