Three Pet Alligators Found in Wildcat Creek
Incident Date:
07/02/2020
Location:
Manhattan (on Linear Trail between S. Manhattan Ave. and Pecan Circle), KS - USA
Facility Name:
Private Residence
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Alligator
Animal disposition:
Other
Summary:
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) – Manhattan authorities say an alligator has been spotted along Wildcat Creek. The Riley County Police Department says a new alligator was spotted in the Linear Trail area and that the gator is not a threat to humans but caution should be used and residents should stay on the trail. Animal Control Officers say they were notified and able to locate a small alligator measuring 3 – 3.5 ft. swimming in the creek. One alligator was found dead in Wildcat Creek in mid-June when it fell in the water after being caught in a live trap.
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