Additional Coverage:
- Missing 12-year-old girl’s remains found after crocodile attack (newsbreak.com)
A 12-year-old girl’s remains were discovered in Australia, the apparent victim of a crocodile attack, according to The Associated Press. Officials reported that her body was located in a river near Palumpa in the Northern Territory, an area known for its Indigenous community, two days after she was reported missing.
Authorities confirmed that the condition of her remains was consistent with a crocodile attack, following a comprehensive search operation. “The recovery has been completed.
It was a particularly gruesome and heartbreaking situation,” stated Senior Sergeant Erica Gibson. She described the situation as a devastating ordeal lasting around 36 hours for the girl’s family, who are experiencing extreme shock and disbelief.
The Northern Territory’s emergency services communicated via their Facebook page that officers are supporting both the girl’s family and the broader community during this tragic time. Gibson mentioned that efforts were ongoing to locate and capture the crocodile, as these territorial animals often stay near the attack site.
Northern Territory Police Minister Brent Potter emphasized the dangers of local waters, home to the world’s largest population of wild crocodiles, as reported by the BBC News. He advised the public to avoid entering water bodies where crocodiles are common.
The region’s tourism website notes that the Northern Territory hosts over 100,000 freshwater and saltwater crocodiles, some of which reach up to 20 feet in length. It highlighted that the more aggressive saltwater crocodiles inhabit the coastline and waterways, posing a threat not only to fish but also to larger animals including livestock and wild mammals.
Read More About This Story:
- Missing 12-year-old girl’s remains found after crocodile attack (newsbreak.com)