Boy, 3, injured in crocodile attack returns home

A three-year-old boy, who was severely injured in a crocodile attack, has returned home to continue his recovery. The incident, which occurred some time ago, led to a significant outpouring of community support.

A fundraising page set up to aid the family financially and support the boy's rehabilitation has surpassed £113,000. His parents expressed deep gratitude, stating the donations have been crucial in covering immediate expenses such as bills and mortgage payments, as well as compensating for their lost wages during this challenging period.

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The money donated so far had supported them "financially to cover immediate costs such as our bills and mortgage", and to "cover our loss of wages during this time".

The family has used a portion of the funds to purchase new toys for the pediatric intensive care unit at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge. They also made a donation to the Sick Children's Trust charity. Furthermore, they plan to contribute to the Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) to express their thanks to the hospital staff who cared for their son, even providing superhero costumes to lift his spirits.

"We want to thank everyone who has shown such kindness and generosity during what has been a considerable ordeal for us all," the parents stated. The BBC has learned that a man arrested in connection with the incident, who did not know the child, has learning disabilities and was accompanied by carers during a trip. He was released on bail and police indicated he was not fit for interview at the time.

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We want to thank everyone who has shown such kindness and generosity during what has been a considerable ordeal for us all.