“Croc Hunter” Steve Irwin dead at 44
Steve Irwin, known popularly as the Crocodile Hunter, has died from injuries sustained from a stingray barb. He was 44.
Irwin was killed by a stingray barb to the heart on Batt Reef, off the remote resort town of Port Douglas in northeastern Queensland state, his wildlife park Australia Zoo said in a statement.
Crew members aboard Irwin’s boat, Croc One, called emergency services in the nearest city, Cairns, and administered CPR as they rushed the boat to nearby Low Isle to meet a rescue helicopter. Medical staff pronounced Irwin dead a short time later, the statement said.
My family certainly enjoyed watching Irwin’s shows and we learned a lot from him. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family, especially to his wife, Terri. May she find the strength she needs for her kids. We’re so sorry, Terri…
