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Man charged after toddler ends up in crocodile enclosure at zoo

Man charged after toddler ends up in crocodile enclosure at zoo

Summary

A 3-year-old boy was seriously injured after ending up in a crocodile enclosure at a zoo in eastern England. A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and police are investigating the incident.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened at Johnsons of Old Hurst, a zoo and farm shop about 20 miles northwest of Cambridge.
  • The toddler is in a critical but stable condition at Addenbrooke's Hospital.
  • Police have not confirmed if the injuries were caused by a crocodile.
  • A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • Police believe the arrested man and the child do not know each other.
  • Specially trained officers are supporting the boy’s family.
  • More than 100 animals, including crocodiles, live at Johnsons of Old Hurst.
  • Detectives are interviewing people who were present to understand what happened.
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