, June 2 -- year-old girl who was dragged into the historic Khan Jahan Ali Dighi by a crocodile has been recovered after an overnight search operation in Bagerhat.

The victim, Fatema Akter, was found floating in the southeastern part of the pond around 5:00 am Tuesday, nearly nine hours after the attack, police and fire service officials said.

According to locals, Fatema used to live in the shrine area with her mother, who is reportedly mentally challenged.

Bagerhat Superintendent of Police Hasan Mohammad Naser Rikabdar said local residents searched the pond with several boats throughout the night after the child was dragged away by the crocodile.

"The body was recovered in a mutilated condition early Tuesday. Legal procedures are und...