Woman attacked by crocodile in remote Northern Territory lagoon
A woman has been attacked by a crocodile in a remote Northern Territory lagoon.
The 23-year-old was bitten on the right leg by the two-metre saltwater croc while swimming at Vanderlin Island on Sunday.
"The incident occurred at around 3pm on Sunday afternoon but was only reported to Police yesterday," NT Police watch commander Siiri-Kai Tennosaar told nine.com.au.
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"The female was transported to Borroloola clinic and treated for multiple puncture wounds and scratches to her lower right leg.
"The incident serves as a timely reminder to be vigilant around waterways and to avoid entering areas where crocodiles may be present."
Vanderlin Island is more than 700 kilometres south-east of Darwin in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
The woman was attacked by a saltwater crocodile on Vanderlin Island in the Northern Territory on Sunday. Google Maps
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