Aerial Footage Shows Large Crocodile in Water Near Popular Tourist Beach in Thailand

A crocodile was spotted in the water of Bang Tao Beach in Phuket, Thailand, near a series of hotel resorts on August 24, according to local reports.

According to the Phuket Gazette, the sighting of the crocodile sparked a major search by officials, with the croc eventually captured early on Friday, September 1. This drone footage shows the crocodile swimming in the water. Credit: Aaron Ross via Storyful