Crocodile Sighting at Bagan Lalang Beach Goes Viral: Perhilitan Conducts Preliminary Investigation

SEPANG: The Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) conducted a preliminary investigation on Monday at Bagan Lalang Beach following a viral report of a crocodile sighting in the area.

Perhilitan Director-General Datuk Fakhrul Hatta Musa said an on-site investigation was necessary before determining the appropriate course of action.

“The location is a coastal and beach area.

“We may first install warning signs to remind visitors to exercise caution,” he said when contacted by Sinar Harian on Monday.

Earlier, media reports stated that the Sepang District Police Headquarters had received information from the public on Sunday regarding the sighting of the reptile.

The crocodile was reportedly spotted near a resort in the area.

Following the report, Sepang District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Norhizam Bahaman was quoted as saying that police would work with the relevant agencies to address the situation.

Sinar Harian