Alligator found at Longview Lake now in Kansas City Animal Control’s care
By Nick Sloan
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JACKSON COUNTY, Missouri (KMBC) — Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota has confirmed an alligator was caught at a local lake.
“Longview Lou,” a juvenile alligator, was found at Longview Lake this week and is now in the hands of Kansas City’s Animal Control.
LeVota said a fisherman spotted the alligator.
“The alligator is now in the care of Kansas City Animal Control, where he will be held for a short period while officials determine whether an owner can be identified,” LeVota said. “My hope is Longview Lou can go live at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium!”
There are no indications the alligator injured anyone.
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