Visuals showed the crocodile, illuminated by a flashlight during the late hours, appearing aggressive as it was still within the premises.

According to reports, villagers noticed the crocodile after hearing dogs barking near the post’s entrance. A bystander recorded a video of the crocodile before it escaped towards a nearby garden. Despite the forest department being alerted, the reptile had already fled before officials arrived.

Malthon police station in-charge Yogendra Singh confirmed that the crocodile was seen wandering around the Atta Kernelgarh police post, sparking concern among villagers and police staff alike.

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