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Florida Deputies Skillfully Capture 7-Foot Alligator Near School

4/27/2025

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In Parrish, Florida, deputies showcased their expertise on April 22 by capturing a massive 7-8 foot alligator near Parrish Community High School. Bodycam footage reveals the tense yet skillful wrangling as they safely relocated the creature, underscoring the ongoing challenges of wildlife encounters in Florida's growing suburban landscape.

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In Parrish, Florida, deputies showcased their expertise on April 22 by capturing a massive 7-8 foot alligator near Parrish Community High School. Bodycam footage reveals the tense yet skillful wrangling as they safely relocated the creature, underscoring the ongoing challenges of wildlife encounters in Florida's growing suburban landscape.