Look before you leap: 7-foot alligator found swimming in resident’s pool in Jennings

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Officers with the Jennings Police Dept. were called to remove a 7-foot alligator from a resident’s pool on E. Academy Street.

Wildlife wrangler was called to the scene and, with assistance from our officers, safely captured and removed the alligator from the pool.

Jennings Police want to inform the public to please remember that alligators are wild animals and should never be approached, handled, or attempted to be captured by the public.

If you encounter an alligator:

• Keep your distance
• Keep children and pets away
• Do not attempt to capture or move it
• Contact local authorities or a qualified wildlife professional