‘Got to stay alert’: 11-foot alligator found after attacking woman

An alligator responsible for attacking a woman in Martin County has been located, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

11-foot alligator found after attacking woman

The investigation has been taken over by the FWC, following a report from the Martin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) that the gator involved was 11-feet long.

MCSO said Wednesday evening, just before 8 p.m., a 27-year-old woman was enjoying a boat day with her boyfriend and their dog when the attack took place.

“There’s gators in this water, yeah there’s gators in here, but I’ve never seen an 11-footer, oh my god,” said boater Erik Williams, who frequently takes his 12-year-old daughter fishing…

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