Fatal crocodile attacks rising in Northern Territory, data shows
by Australian Associated Press from Environment | The Guardian on (#2SXAZ)
Report shows 14 people died following attacks between 2005 and 2014, compared with 10 deaths in the 33 years to 2004
The number of people being killed by crocodiles in the Top End is on the rise, new data shows.
A study by the National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre, Royal Darwin Hospital and the Menzies School of Health Research has found croc-related deaths have jumped since hunting was outlawed in 1971.
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