The family of a three-year-old boy who was seriously injured in a crocodile enclosure has expressed their gratitude to the zoo staff who rescued him. The incident occurred on June 18 at Johnsons of Old Hurst, near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.
In a statement released through Cambridgeshire Police, the family stated, "We would like to thank the staff at the zoo who rescued our son from the enclosure." Their focus, they added, remains on his recovery and supporting him through "this extremely challenging and prolonged period of time."
Police confirmed that the boy sustained serious injuries while inside the enclosure and was subsequently pulled out by zoo staff. He remains in stable condition at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested and bailed on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the incident. The boy, who was visiting the zoo with his family, is from Cambridgeshire.
A fundraising page has been established to aid the boy's recovery and rehabilitation, as well as to provide financial support for his family during this period. The family has requested anonymity.