Authorities Called In To Remove 8-Foot Alligator From Basement In Philadelphia Home

Authorities received a request to remove an 8-foot alligator from a basement in North Philadelphia on Tuesday morning, reported Fox29. Initially, residents reported that the alligator was 5 feet long, but Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) determined it was 8 feet and 127 pounds. Footage from Fox29 shows the alligator hissing at ACCT Philly while an officer ties his snout shut. “You’re under arrest,” ACCT Philly officer jokes, “You have the right to remain silent.” It took three ACCT Philly officers to carry the alligator to...