Crocodile in the Vaal: Swimming discouraged, R20k reward offered as community on the alert
Residents are advised to avoid swimming, skiing, tubing, and other water activities in the area until the animal is located, captured, and moved.
A West African slender‑snouted crocodile has been spotted in the Vaal River, prompting authorities to initiate a capture‑and‑relocation plan. The South African Police Service’s Water Policing and Diving Services have secured the necessary permits and set a capture cage, with the team monitoring the situation closely. Authorities have urged the community to remain calm and report sightings to the Vanderbijlpark SAPS or the national Stop Crime line, with a R20,000 reward offered for information leading to the safe capture of the crocodile.
Experts note that this species is timid and rarely attacks humans, making serious incidents uncommon.
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