Watch: Crocodile spotted in village; man kicks it, dog chases
What's the story
A crocodile was spotted roaming the streets of Nangal Soti village in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district on Thursday.
The incident was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media.
The video shows a man kicking the crocodile, while a street dog chases it.
The forest department was alerted and the reptile was eventually captured.
No injuries were reported during this incident
Online debate
Video sparks online debate
The video has sparked a debate on social media, with many people criticizing the man for his reckless behavior.
"I hope the guy who kicked the croc goes for a swim one day and becomes its meal. Poor reptile. It needs rescuing from the most dangerous animals on earth: humans," wrote one user.
Another user commented, "Real wild animals are the people who are kicking the croc. Should be punished for endangering wildlife."
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Watch the viral video here
A crocodile strolling through the village streets in Bijnor, UP
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