Unexpected Scenario in Bradenton Neighborhood

A remarkable incident unfolded on Sunday in the River Isles neighborhood of Bradenton, Florida, where a police officer found himself in an unusual situation involving an 8-foot alligator. The Bradenton Police Department received reports about the large alligator wandering through the area.

Officer’s Swift Response

Upon arriving at the scene, the officer discovered the alligator lounging beneath a parked SUV. Meanwhile, a pizza delivery driver faced a dilemma; she was unwilling to deliver an order to a residence where an alligator was on a leisurely visit.

In a surprising twist, the delivery woman asked the officer, “Do you want to do it, officer?” to which the officer readily agreed.

Officer Ministries to Safeguard the Homeowner

It was reported that a neighboring resident had attempted to notify the homeowner about the alligator’s presence. Unfortunately, she was unaware of the situation and stepped outside in search of her pizza. The officer, alerted to the homeowner’s approach, shouted, “Ma’am, get back over there! There’s an alligator under your car!”

“Oh, my heaven, there’s a big alligator under my car! Oh, my Lordy!” the homeowner exclaimed in shock.

Despite the officer’s urgent instructions to return indoors, the elderly woman did not immediately comply. The officer insisted, “Go in the house!” as the situation unfolded.

Successful Pizza Delivery

After a series of animated exchanges, the homeowner eventually met the officer at the back of the house, where she attempted to pay for the pizza, unaware that he was not actually the delivery driver.

“How much was it?” she inquired, to which the officer replied, “I have no idea. I’m not the pizza man.”

Fortunately, the incident ended positively, with the homeowner receiving her pizza and the alligator later captured and relocated safely, ensuring the community’s safety.