A case of see you later alligator at Bawsey after shocking discovery

Astounding evidence has surfaced of a crocodile at Bawsey Country Park, explaining the disappearance of wildlife in the area.

Several deer and larger mammals have been found mutilated near the waterside in recent months.

Workers at park have 'staked out' on the shoreline for days after their terrified colleagues reported sightings of a "large lizard".

Park officials have warned sun seekers not to approach the area and will be closing the gates to visitors.

A crocodile's jaws can apply 5,000 pounds of pressure per square inch – the strongest bite of any animal in the world.

Park Manager Richard Wilkins said: "This is a very unexpected turn of events and our priority is the safety of residents, visitors and workmen. We are doing everything we can to locate the animal and in the meantime it is important to stress our rules of no swimming."

Crocodiles come from Africa, Australia and Asia, while the closely related alligator is in the Americas, are usually found on the other side of the world and can reach speeds of up to 60mph on land.

They are a creature that is older than the dinosaurs, so perhaps this is a leftover from pre-history.

They are aggressive, ambush predators, waiting for their prey to venture close to their hiding position, before rushing to attack.

A croc's diet mostly includes other animals, reptiles, birds and fish

An encounter with one could be fatal.

Mr Wilkins said: "You'd be a fool to ignore our warning."