A man in his 20s was injured in a crocodile attack near Ingham, Far North Queensland, on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred on Forrest Beach Road in Victoria Plantation. The man sustained several puncture wounds and was transported to Ingham Hospital in stable condition, subsequently airlifted to Townsville Hospital.
Incident Details
The attack took place between approximately 8:30 AM and 8:40 AM on Tuesday. The man was reportedly bitten by a crocodile in an area adjacent to Palm Creek, near Ingham.
Injuries and Medical Response
The victim sustained puncture wounds to his lower back, upper legs, and a hand. Following the incident, he was transported to Ingham Hospital. Due to the nature of his injuries, he was later airlifted by rescue helicopter to Townsville Hospital for further medical attention. His condition was reported as stable throughout.
Location Context
The incident occurred on Forrest Beach Road in Victoria Plantation, an area in North Queensland known for crocodile sightings, particularly near Palm Creek. No other individuals were reported injured during the event.