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Child Attacked by Crocodiles, Man on Bail
17 Sep
Summary
- A three-year-old boy was seriously injured in a crocodile enclosure.
- A 30-year-old man remains on bail until December 17.
- The boy suffered multiple injuries and has returned home after surgeries.
A three-year-old boy is recovering at home after suffering serious injuries during a crocodile attack on June 18. The incident occurred when the child entered a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, while visiting with his family. He sustained severe wounds to his arms, neck, head, and face, along with broken bones, necessitating seven surgeries.
A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the incident. He was initially bailed but has since been rebailed until December 17, as he was not deemed fit for interview earlier due to learning disabilities. Investigations into the care received by the arrested man have been launched by the Care Quality Commission and Norfolk County Council.
The boy's parents have shared updates on a fundraising page, detailing his return home and the long rehabilitation ahead. The family is focused on his recovery after the traumatic event.
