Dreadful Four-Metre Crocodile Killed in Australia After Remains of Missing Fisherman Discovered

Australian authorities have captured and killed a four-metre crocodile that allegedly murdered a fisherman in northern Queensland.

"Officers have humanely euthanised the animal and it has been transported back to the mainland", a statement from the Department of Environment and Science (DES) said.

A necropsy will be conducted on the animal to determine if it was responsible for the incident.

The reptile's alleged victim, 69-year-old Andrew Heard, disappeared earlier this week after going fishing in a creek on Hinchinbrook Island.

After a long search, Heard's boat was found in Gayundah Creek, damaged and turned upside down. According to DES, it was "highly likely" a result of a crocodile attack. Later on Friday, the remains, believed to be those of the missing man, were found.