Texas deputies capture loose alligator 'lost in the desert'

June 1 (UPI) -- Authorities in West Texas said a rare desert visitor -- an alligator found hiding under a car -- was likely an escaped pet.

The Midland County Sheriff's Office said in a Facebook post that deputies responded to the Airline Mobile Home and RV Park when a resident called to report an alligator under his car.

The alligator was captured safely and turned over to Dr. Tommy Wilson of A to Z Veterinary.

"We're hoping a possible owner calls to claim our friend that's obviously lost in the desert," the post said.