Milton residents alarmed over injured alligator with taped mouth, hook in snout

A well-known alligator living near Mulatto Bayou in Milton has become the focus of concern after residents spotted it with its mouth taped shut and a hook lodged in its snout, according to WKRG News 5.

The injured reptile has been a familiar presence in the Santa Rosa County community, and neighbors say they're worried about its welfare and what may have caused the injuries. The discovery has sparked alarm among locals who have grown accustomed to seeing the animal in the area.

It's unclear how the alligator sustained the injuries or whether anyone has reported the incident to wildlife authorities. Residents are hoping the animal receives help to remove the tape and hook before its condition worsens.