SAN JOSE, Calif. — Silicon Valley billionaire Tom Siebel says he’s recovering from broken ribs and legs after an elephant charged at him and a tour guide in the Serengeti a month ago.

The 55-year-old Siebel on Wednesday told the San Jose Mercury News that the animal plowed into the guide and then attacked him, breaking several ribs, goring him in the left leg and crushing the right leg.

The Siebel Systems software founder says the Aug. 1 attack occurred during a safari in Tanzania.

He says he and the guide were watching a group of elephants from about 200 yards away when one animal charged at them without warning.

He says he expects to make a full recovery after reconstructive surgery and physical therapy.

Siebel’s estimated worth is $1.9 billion as of 2008.

Sooo… I guess i’m supposed to feel sorry for this guy?  I don’t think so.  Why do I not feel sorry for him?  Let’s review the incident.  First of all, the guy is on Safari…in Tanzania.  Both of those aren’t really known for being a safe place or safe thing to do.  Second, he can cut the shit with the “attacked without warning” story.  Dude…you were 200 yards away.  200 yards!!!  That’s practically a mile in my book.  Lastly, the guy is a fucking billionaire.  I think he is going to be able to cover the medical bills. 

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