Man injured in crocodile attack while casting net


BANDAR PERMAISURI: A 50-year-old man sustained injuries to his right arm and left fingers after being attacked by a crocodile while casting a net at a lake in Kampung Jelapang here on Wednesday (April 30).

Setiu police chief Supt Mohd Zain Mat Deris said the incident occurred at 5.30pm.

"The victim, who is a resident of the village, was casting nets with two of his family members.

"He was suddenly attacked by a crocodile and, still conscious, was taken to Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital in Kuala Terengganu for treatment," he said in a statement on Thursday.

He said the Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) personnel caught the reptile with the help of villagers on the same day. - Bernama

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