The discovery of human remains inside two crocodiles in Queensland, Australia has brought an end to the search for a missing fisherman. The man, who has not been named, disappeared while fishing with a friend in the Palmer River on Saturday, May 22nd. His friend reported him missing when he failed to return to their campsite.
The search for the missing fisherman began immediately, with police and members of the public scouring the area for any sign of him. On Tuesday, May 25th, two crocodiles were spotted in the area where the man was last seen. Wildlife officers were called in to capture and examine the crocodiles.
Upon examination, it was discovered that both crocodiles had human remains inside them. DNA testing confirmed that the remains belonged to the missing fisherman. Police have stated that they believe the man was attacked by one of the crocodiles while fishing and was then dragged into the water by the second crocodile.
Crocodile attacks are not uncommon in Australia, particularly in the northern regions where saltwater crocodiles can grow up to six meters in length and weigh over a tonne. The Australian government estimates that there are around 100,000 saltwater crocodiles in the wild in Australia, with a significant number living in Queensland.
Despite this, crocodile attacks on humans are relatively rare. According to data from the Australian Shark Attack File, there have been 35 fatal crocodile attacks in Australia since 1985. The majority of these attacks occurred in Queensland.
Crocodile attacks can be prevented by taking precautions such as staying away from waterways where crocodiles are known to live, not swimming or wading in these areas, and not fishing or camping near the water’s edge. If you do come into contact with a crocodile, it is important to remain calm and slowly back away from the animal.
The discovery of human remains inside the two crocodiles is a tragic reminder of the dangers of living and working in areas where crocodiles are present. It is important for people to be aware of the risks and take precautions to avoid becoming a victim of a crocodile attack.
