Crocodile attraction where boy, three, was seriously injured reopens to public

Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo in Huntingdon has reopened its entire site to the public following a serious incident nine days earlier. The Tropical House containing the crocodile enclosure, where a three-year-old boy from Cambridgeshire was attacked, is now back in operation after being closed since June 18.

The young boy sustained serious injuries during the attack by at least one of the reptiles and was taken to hospital in critical condition. Police have since confirmed that the youngster is no longer in critical condition.

The child was rescued by Tracey Johnson, the zoo owner's wife, who jumped into the pit to reach him. She was joined by her husband Andy and their youngest son Edward, with all three family members playing active roles in the rescue. According to Chris Newman, director of the National Centre for Reptile Welfare, the family's actions were heroic. He told the BBC that "all three were heroes they're a close-knit family and they're still quite shaken by it," noting that the family remains "very distraught" following the incident.

A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder but was later bailed after being assessed as not fit for interview. The suspect reportedly has learning difficulties and was on a trip with carers at the time.

An investigation has been launched after the boy's medical records were accessed by approximately 40 members of hospital staff. Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has referred itself to the Information Commissioner's Office and is investigating whether all workers had legitimate reasons for accessing the information.

Police confirmed that none of the crocodiles at the zoo were seized or killed following the attack. The zoo houses more than 100 animals including lions and tigers. The crocodile house itself was constructed in 2009.