Man, 28, loses toes after Adelaide River croc attack near Darwin

A man in his late 20s has sustained a significant injury after a nightmarish crocodile attack near Darwin.

A man in his 20s has had several toes amputated and partially amputated during a terrifying crocodile attack in the Northern Territory.

The shocking incident occurred at about 7pm on Wednesday along the Adelaide River, about 45km from Darwin.

St John Ambulance Australia (NT) confirmed the attack to NCA NewsWire.

“A 28-year-old male (was treated) with amputated and partially amputated toes post crocodile attack.

“(The incident was) attended by Adelaide River Clinic, who met our (St John) crews on the road at (7pm) and we transported (the patient) to RDH (Royal Darwin Hospital) in a stable condition.”

Local websites detail concentration of crocodiles in the Adelaide River; particularly where it crosses the Arnhem Highway on the way to Kakadu National Park.

Sightseeing Tours Australia’s Darwin website reads, “The most prominent creature of the Adelaide River, though, is the saltwater croc.

“There is a high concentration of these majestic, ancient creatures in these parts, and they are the main reason visitors hotfoot it to this part of Australia.

A saltwater crocodile in the Adelaide River. Picture: Che Chorley

“One of the most popular activities along the Adelaide River is crocodile spotting. You can take a cruise along the length of the river and feed the resident crocs, watching them heave their huge bodies out of the water in search for a bite to eat.

“These ‘crocodile jumping’ trips provide the perfect way to learn more about one of Australia’s most magnificent predators, including their behaviour, their past, and their habitat.

“While you learn, you’ll get up close and personal with them as they go about their daily business in the stunning surroundings of the Adelaide River.”