12-year-old girl went missing on July 2, 2024, while swimming in Mango Creek near Palumpa in Northern Territory, Australia
Crocodile attacks on humans are rare but can be fatal
Northern Territory is home to around 100,000 crocodiles and has experienced several recent incidents including a man attacked by a 2-meter (6.6 feet) crocodile in 2017 and children blocked from school by a saltwater crocodile in 2013
Northern Territory Police urge caution when swimming or camping near waterways where crocodiles are present
Remains found with injuries consistent with a crocodile attack on July 4, 2024
Saltwater crocodiles are protected species that can grow up to 7 meters (23 feet) and have a long lifespan of up to 70 years
A 12-year-old girl went missing on July 2, 2024, while swimming in Mango Creek near the remote community of Palumpa in Australia's Northern Territory. Two days later, her remains were found with injuries consistent with a crocodile attack. The discovery was confirmed by police and senior sergeant Erica Gibson.
Saltwater crocodiles, which are protected species under Australian law, have seen a population explosion in the region and can grow up to 7 meters (23 feet) in length. Their long lifespan of up to 70 years contributes to the increasing proportion of large crocodiles. These predators are territorial and likely remain near waterways where attacks occur.
The girl's disappearance triggered an extensive search effort involving community members, police, and emergency services personnel. The search was ongoing for a suspected crocodile involved in the attack.
Crocodile attacks on humans are relatively rare but can be fatal. Northern Territory is home to around 100,000 crocodiles and has experienced several incidents in recent years, including a 54-year-old man attacked by a 2-meter (6.6 feet) crocodile in 2017 and a saltwater crocodile blocking children's route to school in 2013, which was shot dead.
The Northern Territory Police urge caution when swimming or camping near waterways where crocodiles are present. They advise avoiding feeding wild crocodiles and staying away from areas with posted warning signs.
A 12-year-old girl was found dead after being snatched by a crocodile while swimming in a creek at the Indigenous community of Palumpa, northwest of Darwin, Northern Territory.
The remains were confirmed to have injuries consistent with a crocodile attack.
Saltwater crocodiles have seen a population explosion and can grow up to 7 meters (23 feet) in length, with a proportion of large crocodiles increasing due to their long lifespan of up to 70 years.
A 12-year-old girl went missing after being attacked by a crocodile in Australia on July 2, 2024.
The remains of the girl were found several hours later near Palumpa.
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A 12-year-old girl went missing after swimming in Mango Creek in Northern Territory, Australia on Tuesday evening.
The remains were confirmed to have injuries consistent with a crocodile attack.
Northern Territory is home to around 100,000 crocodiles, mostly saltwater crocs which can grow up to 23 feet in length and are responsible for most fatal attacks.
Approximately one to two fatal saltwater crocodile attacks occur in Australia per year.
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