A 12-year-old boy was killed in a crocodile attack after being dragged into the Ghaghara River in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The incident occurred in the Tikuri village area under the jurisdiction of Baundi police station.

The victim, identified as Sunil Singh, had accompanied his uncle, Vijay Raj Singh, to nearby agricultural fields for paddy plantation work. After finishing their work, they went to the riverbank to wash their hands and feet when a crocodile suddenly emerged from the water and seized the child.

The boy’s uncle and nearby villagers attempted to rescue him by raising alarms and throwing stones at the crocodile, but their efforts were unsuccessful. The animal dragged the child into deeper water before disappearing into the river.

A search operation was launched by local villagers, police, and forest department officials. After several hours of searching, the boy’s body was recovered from the river and sent for post-mortem examination.

Authorities have confirmed the incident and are monitoring the area following the fatal wildlife attack. The local administration has announced financial assistance for the victim’s family.