Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A man who was stopped for DWI in Louisiana was attacked by an alligator after jumping into a nearby swamp while fleeing police.
The man continued running after the attack, despite sustaining multiple injuries. He was then located by drone operators and was apprehended when he was exiting the swamp.
"The alligator was not injured and has since returned to its regular patrol of the swamp," according to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office.
Authorities have issued the following reminder to residents: "Don't drive impaired, don't run from deputies, and definitely don't hide in Louisiana swamps. Wildlife may just be cooperating with law enforcement."
#Alligator #Police #Chase #Louisiana #Suspect
A man who was stopped for DWI in Louisiana was attacked by an alligator after jumping into a nearby swamp while fleeing police.
The man continued running after the attack, despite sustaining multiple injuries. He was then located by drone operators and was apprehended when he was exiting the swamp.
"The alligator was not injured and has since returned to its regular patrol of the swamp," according to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office.
Authorities have issued the following reminder to residents: "Don't drive impaired, don't run from deputies, and definitely don't hide in Louisiana swamps. Wildlife may just be cooperating with law enforcement."
#Alligator #Police #Chase #Louisiana #Suspect
