SANParks has confirmed the news that a Kruger National Park (KNP) field ranger was bitten on the lower leg by a hippo in the Sabie Gorge on Sunday.
According to a Facebook post on Monday, the ranger was stabilised on the scene by a medical doctor and flown to a medical facility for additional care.
Further details will be provided as and when available.
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