Lyna Mohamad
Following the incident in April where a Bangladeshi worker in Brunei lost his life in a crocodile attack, the Bangladesh High Commission in Brunei Darussalam in partnership with the Brunei Wildlife Division hosted a talk to raise awareness on staying safe from crocodile attacks.
The talk, hosted in collaboration with the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Department, aimed at promoting safety measures in and near bodies of water to prevent crocodile attacks.
“Rehan Uddin lost his life tragically. His death is a concern for us and we are working with the Wildlife Division to create awareness on crocodile attacks,” Bangladeshi High Commissioner Nahida Rahman Shumona told the Bulletin.
The high commission, she added, has taken a proactive stance to ensure the well-being and safety of the Bangladeshi expatriate community in Brunei, particularly those engaged in the construction sector.
Recognising the sizeable presence of Bangladeshis in the workforce, the high commission is committed to raising awareness and equipping individuals with the knowledge to prevent and respond effectively to potential risks associated with crocodile encounters.
The talk served as a platform to disseminate vital information and practical advice on staying safe in and near bodies of water, including educating attendees about identifying potential danger zones, recognising crocodile habitats, and precautionary measures to minimise the risk of a crocodile attack.
Uddin was attacked by a crocodile in Damuan. He was an employee at a chicken breeding farm near the incident site. The high commission was informed by Uddin’s employer immediately after the incident.
He was fishing and had friends with him when a crocodile attacked and dragged him away.
