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Boy in hospital after reported Queensland crocodile attack

Adam Vidler
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A teenage boy is in hospital after a reported crocodile attack in far north Queensland.

The boy, whose age has not been confirmed, was bitten at Myall Beach on Cape Tribulation Road, Cape Tribulation, at 3.50pm on Saturday, October 25.

A Queensland Ambulance Service spokesperson said the male teenager had been airlifted to Cairns Hospital in a stable condition.

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A crocodile reportedly attacked a teenage boy in far north Queensland. Getty Images/iStockphoto

The boy suffered leg and abdominal wounds.

The Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation confirmed rangers were responding to the reported incident.

People are urged to report any crocodile sightings on the QWildlife app, online, or by calling 1300 130 372.

Resources on crocodile safety and how to be CrocWise can be found online as well.

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