Archive · 9 Jun 2025
10-Foot Alligator Captured in North Carolina
In North Carolina, a large alligator named "Pepe the Gator" was found near a road.
Police and wildlife officers captured the 10-foot, 400-pound alligator.
The humorous incident was shared on the sheriff's office's Facebook page, which went viral.
Pepe was safely relocated after being found a few miles from its likely water source.
Experts say alligators may wander during warmer months while searching for food or mates.
A 10-foot, 400-pound alligator was found in Onslow County, NC.
The alligator was nicknamed "Pepe the Gator".
Deputies and wildlife officers safely captured the alligator.
The Sheriff’s Office made a humorous Facebook post about the capture.
Alligators may wander during warmer months.
- Who
- Onslow County Sheriff’s Office and North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission officers
- What
- A 10-foot, 400-pound alligator was captured and relocated.
- When
- May 28, 2025
- Where
- Onslow County, North Carolina
- Why
- Alligators wander into residential areas, searching for food or mates.
- Alligator's Nickname
- Pepe the Gator
- Length
- 10 feet
- Weight
- 400 pounds
- Location of Capture
- Onslow County, NC
