Fresh reports reaching the Daily Observer indicate the seemingly unending appearances of a number of crocodiles in a narrow creek near the Calypso Bar and Restaurant in Cape Point, Bakau.

Eyewitnesses expressed worries about safety in the vicinity as the crocodiles were said to be untamed and potentially dangerous.

A concerned resident, who spoke to the Daily Observer under the condition of anonymity, said he sighted a bigger crocodile at the stream on Tuesday, and it was “far bigger than the one spotted” on Monday.

“I saw it making attempts to bite birds near the steam, which convinces me that it might not spare human beings,” he said.

Another resident said he sighted two big crocodiles a couple of days ago, saying that “wild crocodiles” cannot live with human beings.

Old Jeshwang
Meanwhile, similar concerns were raised by women gardeners at Old Jeshwang. The frustrated women told the Daily Observer that their garden, which has been their source of living for decades, is gradually turning into a mini zoo as pythons are often spotted in the area, which is also close to Sting Corner. 

The women gardeners said the area has three deserted wells, which have turned into pools, harbouring some dangerous creatures.

Alamuta Ndure, a gardener at the site, said their quest for a bumper harvest in horticultural produce is under serious threat, as well as the economic security of their families.

Mrs Ndure appealed to the relevant authorities to drain the pools in the gardens, as this will help in discouraging wild reptiles from making the site their habitat.

Aji Masireh Bojang, another gardener, said the largest portion of the garden, called Daira Farm, has been completely abandoned due to the presence of wild reptiles. 
The old woman amplified appeals for the authorities to come to their aid, saying that the gardens are their main source of living.

Contacted on this developments, Alpha Omar Jallow, the director of Parks and Wildlife, said the story was news to him, but was quick to add that they will send a team to assess the sites before any possible evacuation.

He noted that crocodiles are sometimes frequently seen in the rainy season and advised residents of the respective areas  to avoid the sites for safety reasons.
The Parks and Wildlife boss urged the general public to report cases of wild animals to his department so as to ensure quick intervention.