PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — A Pinellas County Sheriff’s deputy “played lifeguard” Saturday after removing an alligator from a homeowner’s backyard pool.
Deputy Heather Harris responded after an alligator was seen swimming in the pool, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said on social media.
Thinking about taking a swim on a Saturday? Make sure there isn't a gator inside the pool first! Deputy Heather Harris...
Posted by Pinellas County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, April 24, 2021
“Thinking about taking a swim on a Saturday? Make sure there isn’t a gator inside the pool first,” the agency said. “Deputy Heather Harris had to play lifeguard and kick this guy out of the pool.”
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