Police Wrestle Aggressive 5-Foot Alligator Off Busy Florida Road And Return It To Water

Police officers and neighbors worked together to secure an aggressive 5-foot alligator found in the road and return it to the water. No injuries were reported.

Acting Sergeant Durbin, Officer Nigh and Officer Rosa responded to a 911 call on October 7 after a resident spotted the alligator on Crosstown Parkway near SW Novella Way.

Officers and neighbors who stayed at the scene used a makeshift pole and security straps to secure the reptile before moving it back into the water.

The Port St. Lucie Police Department released body-camera footage of the operation on October 8. No one was reported hurt.