Officers from the North Charleston Police Department and wildlife officials lassoed a giant alligator that was roaming the streets on April 22.

The NCPD assisted animal control officers as they tried to wrangle the hissing gator using a snare pole and rope.

After a few failed attempts, officers were able to capture the wild reptile that kept baring its teeth at them, trying to scare them away.

This footage was filmed and produced 22 April 2023.

Police officers aid wildlife trappers in lassoing a large alligator that casually strolled down city roads.
Phone footage - obtained from the North Charleston Police Department (NCPD) - shows the risky operation, which took place in the city of North Charleston, in the US state of South Carolina, on 22nd April.
The NCPD assisted animal control officers as they tried to wrangle the hissing gator using a snare pole and rope.
After a few failed attempts, officers were able to capture the wild reptile that kept baring its teeth at them, trying to scare them away.