Millionaire big game hunter gored to death in ambush by "Black Death" buffalo
17 days ago
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- Asher Watkins, a 52-year-old millionaire big game hunter, was fatally gored by a Cape buffalo in South Africa.
- The attack occurred during a $10,000 hunting safari with Coenraad Vermaak Safaris in the Limpopo Province.
- Cape buffalo, known as 'Black Death,' are notorious for causing around 200 deaths annually and killing more hunters than lions or rhinos.
- Watkins was tracking the 2,800-pound buffalo when it suddenly charged, killing him almost instantly.
- He built his fortune through Watkins Ranch Group, selling luxury ranches in Texas for up to $39 million.
- Watkins was an avid hunter who believed in wildlife conservation, as seen on his social media with trophy photos.
- His ex-partner and teenage daughter, Savannah, have been notified of his death; friends describe him as a devoted father.
- CV Safaris expressed deep sadness over the incident and is supporting Watkins' family during this tragic time.