Goa, Oct. 31 -- Panic gripped residents of Talwade in Veroda, Cuncolim, after a nearly 1.5-metre-long crocodile was spotted near the doorstep of a residential house on Saturday morning.

Following the sighting, an animal rescue volunteer, accompanied by local villagers, rushed to the spot to assess the situation and facilitate the safe rescue of the reptile.

The presence of the crocodile in close proximity to a residential property sparked concern among locals, who raised questions about the safety of residents in the area.

The rescue volunteer said the crocodile would be captured and relocated to a safe location in consultation with Forest Department officials.

The rescue operation will be carried out with appropriate precautions to e...