Police in Australia have found the body of a missing child who was dragged off by a crocodile in the country's Northern Territory.
Northern Territory Police announced they had found the girl's body on Thursday.
The search started on Tuesday near the remote community of Palumpa.
Around 5:30 p.m. police received reports of a missing 12-year-old girl who was last seen swimming at Mango Creek.
Initial reports stated she had been attacked by a crocodile and then went missing.
Community members and police immediately began searching for the girl.
A Search and Rescue team was later deployed into the area.
"Our thoughts are with the family and the community," Senior Sergeant Erica Gibson said. "Officers are currently searching a large section of the creek via boat and we thank the community for their ongoing assistance."
"This is devastating news for the family, the community and everyone involved in the search," Senior Sergeant Erica Gibson said.
""Police are providing support to the family and community, along with the first responders who attended the scene."
