DARO, April 9 -- Villagers in Kampung Tengah were caught off guard late Tuesday night when a two-foot baby crocodile was discovered entangled in a fishing net, prompting a swift response from the Civil Defence Force (APM).

The reptile was spotted at around 9.28pm by a local resident, who promptly alerted the authorities, said Daro APM officer Lt (PA) Ra'idah Jomi.

A team of four APM personnel, equipped with helmets, gloves, flashlights and a snare pole, arrived at the scene by 9.38pm.

"It may have been small, but it still poses a risk to the public, especially in a village area.

"Our team acted quickly and professionally to ensure everyone's safety, without harming the animal," she said.

The operation concluded at 9.48pm, with the ba...