Florida Woman Lifts Baby Alligator from Pants During Police Stop
What went down in Charlotte County
- A routine traffic stop on Monday in Charlotte County turned into an unforgettable moment.
- Police claims the suspect had 41 “three‑stripe turtles” in her vehicle—likely a nickname for small alligator species.
- When asked if she had more “goodies,” the woman reached into her trousers and released a tiny, curious alligator.
The Officer’s Surprise
- Instead of a piece of cool clothing, a living creature emerged—no crocodile, no Lacoste emblem, just a real, breathing alligator.
- The officer quickly confiscated the items, but the fate of the little reptile remains uncertain.
Feds and Florida Man Feels the Beat
- Florida’s sheriff’s office quickly posted the incident on Facebook, hinting that the state’s “Florida Man” meme may now have a “Florida Woman” counterpart.
- Rumors circulate that the state’s wildlife authority is looking into the legality of bringing such an animal into a car.
Why This Is the Latest in Florida’s Oddball News
- Florida is notorious for its bizarre crime headlines—think gas‑piller twins and powder‑thief urologists.
- Now, a real alligator becoming an accidental mode of transportation tops the roster.
- Law enforcement officials advise drivers: keep your pants closed if you’re hauling ancient reptile family.
At the end of the day, the alligator’s escape proves that in Florida, the wildlife you might see on the road is as unpredictable as the sugar‑cane traffic. Stay safe, and keep your seatbelts fastened—just in case your car turns into a wildlife vehicle.
