Police Surprised To Find Alligator Left In Michigan Motel
You never expect to find an alligator in a Michigan motel. In Florida it might not be a surprise, but in Michigan it certainly would be.
Law enforcement officers were given quite the surprise when they got the call, and understandably so! The viral incident happened in Cheboygan, Michigan which is much further north than you’re supposed to find alligators. It sounds like a man staying at the local motel left without his pet alligator and now Cheboygan Police are investigating what happened at this Pine River Motel. Up North Live reports that a man was contracted to travel to different schools with exotic animals and had engagements last week at East Elementary and Bishop Baraga. Lt. Ron White of the Cheboygan Police Department tells Up North Live, “I’ve been here 31 years, and I’ve never had a call quite like this.”
Police Find Alligator Left In Michigan Motel
Employees at the Pine River Motel found the alligator while cleaning a rom. Lt. White tells Up North Live, “When I initially got the call, I was a little skeptical but went to the call anyway. I showed up and spoke with the owner of the hotel. I got ahold of Animal Control and notified them. They came back up, and then through our investigation, we were able to determine that the gentleman who owned the alligator was down in Detroit at this time.” Officers waited hours for the man to come back and he eventually did.
Turns out, the gator’s name is Wally just like the old cartoon. The man assured them that he was friendly and has owned the gator for the last 10 or 11 years–and even let the officers hold him. Police are still investigating and could not say if this will result in any charges.
5 Animals In North America That Could Kill You
Grizzly Bears
Grizzly Bears are incredibly dangerous! They’re also massive. They have sharp claws. Additionally, they have very sharp teeth and brute strength. There is no shortage in the ways a Grizzly could kill you. They’re very popular up in Alaska and Western Canada.
Alligators
Alligators are dangerous animals. They’re ancient, smart, and deadly. According to USA Today, alligators have been responsible for 33 human deaths in the last 50 years. Not a great way to go. They’re quicker than you’d think. Then, sneaky, too! Uh oh.
Arizona Bark Scorpions
These small light brown scorpions are deadly! They have venom that is painful and potentially deadly. You don’t want to be stung by one of these. Note that they are nocturnal and are common in southern California, southern Arizona, southern Nevada, and parts of Utah and New Mexico. Black lights can help you spot them at night.
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
This species of rattlesnake is endemic to the Southeastern United States. Of course, there are other common rattlesnakes found across the country that are also deadly. They like to live in upland dry pine forests, flatwoods, sandhills, and coastal maritime hammocks. Also, they are excellent swimmers! So, don’t try to get away by swimming. They’ll catch you! It’s said to be the most dangerous venomous snake in all of North America.
Brown Recluse Spider
The Brown Recluse Spider has necrotic venom. Their bites will often require medical attention. It is one of three spiders in North America with dangerous venom along with the Black Widow and Chilean Recluse. They’re mostly found in the Central United States. They are very dangerous and harmful to the older community and younger individuals. They’re typically between 6 and 20 millimeters.
