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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Shock new details revealed after dingo decapitation on holiday island
WARNING — CONFRONTING DETAILS: New details have emerged following a horrific discovery at a remote corner of Australia's most popular holiday island. Locals living on Queensland's K'gari (previously known as Fraser Island) believe tourists are responsible for disturbing acts carried out on a native dingo, which was found mutilated. It's believed the animal, a protected species that's culturally important to the island's Indigenous population, was struck by a 4WD, and then its head was stolen for use as a trophy. Multiple sources have revealed to Yahoo News that the tail was also removed, and an attempt was made to skin the animal. They also believe the mutilation didn't appear to be carried out by an experienced hunter or taxidermist, and reported sand was clearly disturbed by human activity around its body. A picture supplied to Yahoo News shows jagged cuts around its neck where the head was removed. On K'gari, dingoes are referred to in the local language as wongari, and it is one of the few places in Australia where the species is protected. The maximum penalty for intentionally killing one on the island is $483,900 or two years imprisonment. Last year, tourists were reminded not to steal any animal parts from the island after a man tried to take a large whale bone off the island. Growing concerns about hoons on K'gari Locals report that Ngkala Rocks on the eastern side of the island, where the dingo was found, is rapidly becoming more dangerous. There are anecdotal reports of increased hooning in 4WDs and problematic drug and alcohol use, and some want more policing and speed cameras. While there have been many vehicle strikes on the island's famous sand dunes, including some believed to be intentional, no one on the island remembers anyone beheading one before. Cheryl Bryant from Save Fraser Island Dingoes told Yahoo News Australia the situation is 'getting worse all the time'. She believes the problems are being caused by tourists visiting from elsewhere in Australia. 'It's supposed to be a protected area, and yet there are all these hoons going over there and disrespecting the island,' she told Yahoo News. Warning tourism could be impacted by antisocial acts Alix Livingstone from animal advocacy group Defend the Wild was 'shocked and appalled' by the dingo's disturbing death, and warned incidents like this had the potential to harm international tourism. 'A lot of people travel to Australia to enjoy and experience our wildlife, and people from overseas are often shocked at the way we treat our wildlife. The dingo's death could have an impact,' she told Yahoo News. Photo reveals dangerous camping mistake on K'gari K'gari dingo attacks: The simple rule tourists keep ignoring Major change seen off Australia's coast linked to 'worrying' event She added that anyone able to visit places like K'gari should feel privileged. 'People need to be respectful when they're going into these spaces, and this is just an absolute disrespect to the country, the animals and the culture on the island,' she added. Frustration dingo death details were withheld for weeks Dingo advocates are hoping that authorities will track down those responsible and ensure they face justice. But they are losing confidence that will occur because of the time elapsed between the incident occurring and it being made public. The dead animal was found by rangers on June 1, but news about the discovery was withheld until this week, leading to an assumption that those responsible for the mutilation had already fled K'gari and likely had the skull sitting on their mantlepiece at home. And anyone who witnessed the incident, which likely occurred late May or at the beginning of June, was also likely back home on the mainland or even overseas. In a short statement, released on Thursday, the department of environment (DETSI) urged anyone who visited the Orchid Beach and Waddy Point area north to Ngkala Rocks, or has dashcam footage to contact them. This can be done anonymously by calling 1300 130 372 or (07) 4127 9150, via the DETSI website or by emailing Love Australia's weird and wonderful environment? 🐊🦘😳 Get our new newsletter showcasing the week's best stories.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Daily Mail
Dingo found 'deliberately decapitated' on K'gari - as horrified rangers launch an investigation
A dingo has been found decapitated after it was struck by a car on a popular tourist island. Rangers discovered the animal's carcass on K'gari, formerly known as Fraser Island, on June 1. Authorities have launched an urgent investigation and believe the dog was tampered with after its death. 'An independent veterinary examination confirmed the dingo had died from a suspected vehicle strike,' the Queensland Department of Environment's principal program officer Robert Black said. '[It] was then deliberately decapitated. 'Any piece of information, no matter how small, may assist us and give us some leads in regard to the investigation. 'The investigation is continuing. All that we know at this point in time is that the animal was decapitated. We don't know if [the head] is still in their possession.' The department pleaded for visitors to K'gari in late May and early June who may have information to come forward. Authorities have found a dingo hit by a car and deliberately decapitated on K'gari - formerly Fraser Island (pictured, two dogs walk along a beach on the island) Rangers on the island have urged motorists to drive cautiously following recent dingo deaths. Dingoes are protected in Queensland National Parks as a native species under the Nature Conservation Act 1992. The maximum penalty for wilfully killing a protected animal on K'gari is $483,900 or two-years imprisonment. The same penalty applies to taking of part of a deceased protected animal from K'gari. Those with information or dashcam footage can provide it to the department anonymously via phone, email, or on the DETSI website.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Horrifying find on popular holiday spot
WARNING: Distressing content A dingo found dead on K'gari (Fraser Island) was suspected to have been 'deliberately decapitated' after it was hit by a car – with rangers unsure if they can find its head. The Queensland Department of Environment said rangers found a dead dingo at the Ngkala Rocks on the eastern side of the island, north of Waddy Point, on June 1. 'An independent veterinary examination confirmed the dingo had died from a suspected vehicle strike and was then deliberately decapitated' a spokesman said. Principal program officer Robert Black told the ABC that a car 'travelling at speeds of 60 or 80 km/h' would 'cause serious injuries to any animal being struck'. He urged anyone with information to come forward, adding rangers were unable to locate the dingo's head. 'The investigation is continuing,' he told the outlet. 'All that we know at this point in time is that the animal was decapitated … we don't know if (the head) is still in their possession.' Rangers at K'gari have cautioned visitors against reckless driving on the island and to be vigilant for any dingoes along the beach. Dingoes are a protected native species in Queensland National Parks under the Nature Conservation Act 1992. 'The maximum penalty for wilfully killing a protected animal on K'gari is $483,900 or two years' imprisonment,' a spokesman said. 'The same penalty applies to the taking of parts of a deceased protected animal from K'gari.'
News.com.au
6 days ago
- News.com.au
Dingo found ‘deliberately decapitated' after being hit by car on K'gari
A dingo found dead on K'gari (Fraser Island) was suspected to have been 'deliberately decapitated' after it was hit by a car – with rangers unsure if they can find its head. The Queensland Department of Environment said rangers found a dead dingo at the Ngkala Rocks on the eastern side of the island, north of Waddy Point, on June 1. 'An independent veterinary examination confirmed the dingo had died from a suspected vehicle strike and was then deliberately decapitated' a spokesman said. Principal program officer Robert Black told the ABC that a car 'travelling at speeds of 60 or 80 km/h' would 'cause serious injuries to any animal being struck'. He urged anyone with information to come forward, adding rangers were unable to locate the dingo's head. 'The investigation is continuing,' he told the outlet. 'All that we know at this point in time is that the animal was decapitated … we don't know if (the head) is still in their possession.' Rangers at K'gari have cautioned visitors against reckless driving on the island and to be vigilant for any dingoes along the beach. Dingoes are a protected native species in Queensland National Parks under the Nature Conservation Act 1992. 'The maximum penalty for wilfully killing a protected animal on K'gari is $483,900 or two years' imprisonment,' a spokesman said. 'The same penalty applies to the taking of parts of a deceased protected animal from K'gari.'
ABC News
16-07-2025
- ABC News
Rangers investigate decapitated dingo on K'gari (Fraser Island)
Wildlife rangers suspect a dingo found dead on K'gari (Fraser Island) was "deliberately decapitated" after it was hit by a vehicle. The Department of Environment said rangers found the dead animal at Ngkala Rocks, a popular four-wheel-driving area north of Waddy Point on the eastern side of the island, in June. "Certainly, a vehicle travelling at speeds of 60 or 80 kilometres [per hour] will cause serious injuries to any animal being struck." Investigators are calling for anyone with dashcam footage from the Orchid Beach, Waddy Point and Ngkala Rocks areas in late May or early June to come forward. "Any piece of information, no matter how small, may assist us and give us some leads in regard to the investigation," Mr Black said. "The investigation is continuing. All that we know at this point in time is that the animal was decapitated ... we don't know if [the head] is still in their possession." Dingoes on the world-heritage listed island are protected, and rangers warn hefty penalties for people who cause harm to the animals. "The same penalty applies to the taking of parts of a deceased protected animal from K'gari. "Anyone with information about the recent deaths of dingoes on K'gari can provide it anonymously by calling 1300 130 372 or 4127 9150, or via the DETSI website."
