Crocodile attack suspect's carers at centre of council probe over safeguarding concerns

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The carers of a suspect arrested after an incident at a Cambridgeshire zoo are being investigated by the council over safeguarding concerns.Norfolk County Council launched a safeguarding probe into instances of potential neglect and abuse after a boy, 3, fell into the reptile enclosure on June 18 at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo.During the immediate aftermath of the attack, while zookeepers leapt into the enclosure to rescue the boy, the carers hurried the suspect to the car park and tried to get into a car before being stopped, a source said.Now, the carers are being investigated in a new safeguarding inquiry, according to The Telegraph.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say A fortnight after the attack, the boy has received extensive medical care, undergoing five surgeries.The disabled suspect, 30, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and was later released on police bail after officer said he deemed unfit to interview.He was accompanied by two of his carers as the drama unfolded...

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