The Case Of INTRODUCING the case of the croc wrangler
Aug 11, 2025
A dramatic helicopter crash during a crocodile egg-collecting mission leaves one dead and another severely injured. The case of Matt Wright, a notorious croc wrangler, unfolds as he faces allegations of attempting to obstruct justice. The podcast dives into the dangerous world of crocodile egg collecting and the celebrity culture intertwined with it. Listeners get a gripping look at the trial's complexities, the media frenzy, and the real-life consequences of perilous wildlife ventures.
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Fame And Friendship Amplified Scrutiny
- Matt Wright's TV fame and long friendship with Chris Willow Wilson made the crash highly emotive for the Northern Territory community.
- That closeness amplified public and media scrutiny of the investigation and trial.
Helicopter On Egg Mission Crashed
- Three choppers went to collect crocodile eggs and one did not return, killing egg collector Chris Willow Wilson.
- The crash happened in remote Arnhem Land during the February 2022 egg‑collecting mission.
Egg Collecting By Sling Is Risky
- Olivana Lathouris describes collectors hanging on 50–100 foot ropes under helicopters to reach nests.
- The sling method aims to be safer than landing in croc‑infested marshes but remains dangerous.