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Cowboy cops lasso loose gator in Florida street

By Ben Hooper   |   May 21, 2018 at 3:16 PM

May 21 (UPI) -- Police in Florida showed off some unusual cowboy skills when they lassoed a loose alligator found wandering in a city street.

The Winter Haven Police Department posted photos to Facebook showing police officers capturing an alligator found wandering through traffic on Mandolin Boulevard.

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The post said Officer Avery was responsible for wielding the lasso that ensnared the 5-foot alligator's jaws.

"Relocation to the local pond was a success!" the department said.