SANDAKAN: A resident of the Sim-Sim Low-Cost Housing Scheme was shocked to discover a juvenile crocodile hiding beneath their home on Sunday evening.
According to Captain (PA) Sulaiman Salama, Officer of the Sandakan District Civil Defence Force, an emergency call was received via the MERS 999 line at 6:47pm.
Seven personnel were immediately deployed to the scene using a Revo operations vehicle and an ambulance.
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“The crocodile’s eyes were covered with a blanket, and its body securely tied with rope as a safety measure throughout the capture process,” he said.
No injuries were reported during the incident, and the operation concluded at 8:19pm. The crocodile will be handed over to the Wildlife Department (JHL) for further action.
The public is urged to remain vigilant and to report any sightings of wild animals to the relevant authorities to prevent unwanted incidents.