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Possible American alligator found in Midland County

The Midland County Sheriff's Office was able to safely remove the animal from the Airline Mobile Home and RV Park.

MIDLAND, Texas — Authorities are trying to determine the species of an animal after what could either be an American alligator or a caiman was found at the Airline Mobile Home and RV Park on Sunday.

A person found the animal under their car. Deputy Rodriguez with the Midland County Sheriff's Office responded to the call and was safely able to take it into custody.

The animal was then handed over to Dr. Tommy Wilson with A to Z Veterinary. Wilson will hold onto it until the Midland County Game Warden is able to determine whether it is an American alligator or caiman.

Credit: Midland County Sheriff's Office

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