A 22-year-old man was bitten by a crocodile on Tuesday in a remote East Arnhem community.
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Police in Nhulunbuy received a report that the man was spearfishing around 4am when the crocodile attacked, wounding his arm and leg. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.
Senior Sergeant Xavier McMahon said, "Due to the remote location of the incident, a community member transported the victim to Birany Birany. He was then airlifted to Gove District Hospital, where he remains in a stable condition."
This incident is a timely reminder for people to always Be Crocwise in the Top End.
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Samantha Campbell
Samantha Campbell (nee Walton) has worked for regional and rural publications across New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory. She is currently writing for the North Queensland Register based in North West Queensland. Email: samantha.campbell@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Samantha Campbell (nee Walton) has worked for regional and rural publications across New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory. She is currently writing for the North Queensland Register based in North West Queensland. Email: samantha.campbell@austcommunitymedia.com.au
