Police in Australia’s Northern Territory are searching for a missing 12-year-old child who is feared to have been attacked by a crocodile. The child was last seen swimming in a creek in the remote community of Palumpa. Local officers are conducting a search for the child and are being assisted by the community. Saltwater crocodiles, which are protected in the Northern Territory, are known to be present in the area. Fatal attacks on humans are rare, but there have been instances of crocodiles posing a threat to residents. Last month, a crocodile that had reportedly been aggressive towards humans and pets was captured and killed. In response to safety concerns, the Northern Territory has increased the number of crocodiles allowed to be removed annually to 1,200. This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by crocodiles in the region and highlights the need for caution when swimming in waterways where these animals are present.
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Authorities in Australia launch a search for a child allegedly assaulted by a crocodile
