3-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Crocodile Enclosure Incident at Cambridgeshire Zoo

CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UK — Police are investigating a serious incident at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo after a 3-year-old boy was injured near a crocodile enclosure, prompting an attempted murder arrest.

The child remains in hospital in critical but stable condition, suffering from serious injuries, according to authorities.

Incident at Zoo Under Investigation

Cambridgeshire Police say the incident occurred during a day trip at Johnsons of Old Hurst, a wildlife attraction in the county.

Emergency services were called following reports of an incident involving a crocodile enclosure and a young child.

The exact circumstances of how the child came into contact with danger near the enclosure have not yet been fully clarified and remain the subject of ongoing investigation.

Arrest Made and Released on Bail

A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder shortly after the incident.

Police have confirmed that the suspect has since been released on bail, pending further inquiries.

Authorities say the man was on a day trip and was not known to the child.

Major Crime Investigation Underway

Cambridgeshire Police’s Major Crime Unit is leading the investigation, working to establish:

• How the child was injured
• The sequence of events leading up to the incident
• Whether there was any negligence or criminal intent
• Witness accounts and available CCTV or footage

Investigators have not released further details while inquiries continue.

Community Shock and Concern

The incident has shocked visitors and the wider community, raising questions about safety protocols at wildlife attractions and supervision around high-risk animal enclosures.

Officials say updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

Victim: 3-year-old boy, critical but stable
Location: Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo, Cambridgeshire
Suspect: 30-year-old man, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, released on bail
Status: Major Crime Unit investigation ongoing

Final Note

Authorities continue to urge the public not to speculate as detectives work to determine exactly what happened.

This remains a developing investigation.