Winter Park residents say a giant gator was a common sight in their neighborhood
Some residents in Winter Park said a large alligator is a common sight in their neighborhood.
One resident shared a video with Channel 9 showing a 10-foot alligator on Horatio Avenue near Thistle Lane.
The alligator was spotted right next to the sidewalk, and many residents in the area say they see it on a regular basis.
This frequent sighting has raised concerns among locals about safety and the presence of wildlife in residential areas.
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The sightings also raised concerns with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
FWC eventually sent a professional trapper to relocate the animal.
People looking to report a possibly dangerous alligator can call FWC’s Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866‑FWC‑GATOR (866-392-4286).
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