KOTA SAMARAHAN, Oct 30 — A crocodile measuring over 13 feet (about 3.96m) was captured this morning following reports of the reptile roaming in the area and posing a potential safety concern for nearby villagers.

Licensed crocodile capture team Sarawak Crocter said in a Facebook post that the operation was carried out in collaboration with the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC).

“The crocodile has gone viral recently and has now been captured for the sake of the villagers’ safety.

“Please report any dangerous crocodile sightings to the authorities as soon as possible,” the post read.