Forest officials rescue crocodile from south Mumbai

“NGO workers informed us about a crocodile found trapped in a box, following which our team visited the spot and rescued the reptile. It is around one foot in length and would be around eight months of age. The crocodile is being sent to a medical facility to ascertain its gender and other medical conditions,” Bhoir told The Indian Express.

The official said that an investigation into the matter is ongoing and the department has also written to the local police station in this regard.

“We are checking the CCTV footages and our workers are also asking the locals if they have noticed any unusual activity or have seen anyone place that box over there. Based on our report, we will carry out the next course of action,” Bhoir said.