Man dies following crocodile attack in Dehiwala sea

03 Jan, 2022

A man has died following a crocodile attack in the Dehiwala sea area today.

The Police said that the 58-year-old man had been swimming in the sea when he was attacked by a crocodile.

According to the Police, the victim is said to be a diver.

The remains of the individual have been placed at the Kalubowila Hospital. (Colombo Gazette)

@ashadevos Do we have sea water crocs in these areas or you think this fellow came from somewhere else. Seems like going for a swim in the sea is also not safe now#Dehiwala #Srilanka #lka #crocodileattack https://t.co/CTX2OIZ1AZ

? Easwaran Rutnam (@easwaranrutnam) January 3, 2022

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