Cambridgeshire zoo reopens nine days after incident involving child and crocodile enclosure
Johnsons of Old Hurst will reopen to the public this weekend following an incident in which a three-year-old boy was reportedly thrown into a crocodile pit. The facility's full site, including its alligator and crocodile enclosures, will be accessible to visitors.
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Johnsons of Old Hurst, located near Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire, announced that it will reopen to the public this weekend. The zoo features grounds where crocodiles and alligators are kept.
The announcement comes nine days after an incident in which a three-year-old boy was reportedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure while visiting with his family. According to reporting from The Mirror, the child was left in critical condition following the event.
The Sun reported that the individual who threw the child into the pit was identified as a man with learning difficulties. The zoo confirmed via social media posts that its entire site will be open for visitors starting this weekend, allowing members of the public to see the reptiles again.