LIMBANG: A saltwater crocodile, measuring some 15 feet, was captured behind a primary school here on Tuesday (Nov 10).
Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) received a call around 10.59pm regarding the giant reptile.
A team of firefighters was immediately dispatched to the location – SK St Edmund.
The massive specimen, estimated to weigh around 800kg, was inside a drain behind the school.
Firefighters said the reptile was still alive despite suffering from what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
“Team members covered the eyes of the reptile with a piece of cloth to calm it down. They then tied its legs and mouth.
“After securing the reptile, it was handed over to the Sarawak Forestry Corporation for further action,” a statement from Bomba said.
The operation ended at 11.41pm.
