Man suffers serious injuries after being bitten by crocodile while fishing at Mandorah
A 24-YEAR-OLD man has suffered serious injuries after he was bitten by a croc while fishing at Mandorah
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A 24-YEAR-OLD man has suffered serious injuries to his hand after he was bitten by a croc while fishing.
St John Ambulance officers were called to help the man just before 7pm last night after he was bitten on his right hand by a crocodile while fishing at Mandorah.
It is understood the man was fishing with his friend when the croc lunged out of the water and bit his hand, causing serious injuries.
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A St John Ambulance spokeswoman said the injured man was unsure of the type of croc that bit him but paramedics believe it was a saltie due to the bite mark patterns.
The man was driven to Berry Springs by his mate and was met by paramedics and rushed to Royal Hospital.
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The St John Ambulance spokeswoman said the injuries sustained to his hand and fingers required surgery.
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