A 22-year-old man was dragged into the Dev river by a crocodile near Kagdipara village on the outskirts of Vadodara on Thursday afternoon. The victim, identified as Mithun Vasava, had reportedly gone to the river around 1:30 pm to take a bath when the reptile attacked him.
Eyewitness Accounts
Eyewitnesses said the crocodile suddenly emerged from the water and dragged Vasava into the river. The incident occurred despite repeated warnings from authorities about the crocodile population in the area.
Search and Rescue Efforts
Police reported that fire brigade teams and villagers immediately launched a search operation in the area. However, Vasava had not been traced till late evening. The search is expected to continue.
The Dev river is known to have a significant crocodile population, and authorities have repeatedly cautioned villagers against entering the water. This incident highlights the ongoing risk faced by locals who depend on the river for daily activities.
