12-foot crocodile caught in backyard of Simunjan residence

Firefighters attempting to capture the reptile.
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By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Dec 14: A 12-foot crocodile was captured in the backyard of a residence in Kampung Sungai Lingkau, Simunjan, earlier today.

According to a statement from the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) operations center, they received a call about the incident at 7:02 am and dispatched a team from Bomba Simunjan to the location.

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Upon arrival, firefighters conducted an operation to secure the reptile, which involved snaring it, tying it up with ropes, and covering its head with gunny sacks for safety.

The crocodile was subsequently handed over to the Sarawak Forestry Department (SFD) for further action. — DayakDaily

 

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