Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo in Huntingdon has fully reopened its crocodile enclosure, nine days after a three-year-old boy was allegedly thrown into the pit and attacked by at least one reptile. The zoo announced on Instagram that its "whole site will be fully open" as of Saturday, June 27, including the crocodile attraction, a spokesperson confirmed.
Incident Details and Rescue
The boy, from Cambridgeshire, was allegedly thrown into the enclosure on June 18. He sustained serious injuries but was saved by Tracey Johnson, the zoo owner's wife, who jumped into the pit. Her husband Andrew and their son Edward helped in the rescue. The boy was taken to hospital in critical condition but is now stable.
Arrest and Investigation
Cambridgeshire Police arrested a 30-year-old man from Norfolk on suspicion of attempted murder. He was later bailed after being assessed as not fit for interview. The suspect reportedly has learning difficulties and was on a trip with carers at the time.
Hospital Data Breach
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) has launched an investigation after about 40 staff members accessed the boy's medical records. CUH referred itself to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) to determine whether all workers had a legitimate reason for viewing the information.
