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Three-Year-Old Discharged After Crocodile Enclosure Attack

Police are pursuing a criminal inquiry into a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder while local authorities investigate his care arrangements.

Overview

  • The boy was reportedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst on June 18 and was rescued from the reptile house at the scene.
  • He underwent multiple operations — the family previously said seven — and was discharged home a few weeks ago to continue rehabilitation with his parents.
  • A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, was assessed as not fit for interview by police, and has since been released on bail.
  • Separate from the criminal probe, authorities have opened an investigation into the suspect’s care arrangements after reports he has learning difficulties and had been accompanied by carers on the outing.
  • The family’s GoFundMe has raised more than £113,000 to cover medical and living costs, and the parents say they have donated toys and funds to hospital charities in thanks for care received.