Crocodile spotted near Kunak chicken market
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025
Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025
By: Ibrahim Tabir Text Size: Screenshot from video showing the crocodile spotted at Kg Pangkalan, Kunak. KUNAK: A large crocodile was sighted in the waters off Kampung Pangkalan near the Chicken Market here on Thursday night. A 17-second video of the incident went viral on the Orang Kunak community Facebook page, showing the reptile feeding on discarded chicken organs thrown into the sea. Crocodile sightings in the area are not new. The Wildlife Department has put up warning signs along the coast to remind the public, including anglers and nearby residents, to stay alert for possible crocodile attacks. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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