An alligator slowed down drivers on I-295 in Jacksonville on Sunday.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office said they responded to a call about a wandering alligator on I-295 northbound at Butler Boulevard.
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JSO officers responded to the scene to help direct traffic.
A viewer sent dash cam video that captured the reportedly 7-foot long reptile. The animal appears to be resting against the concrete median barrier of the interstate.
Other drivers say they caught a glimpse of the reptile.
PSA: There is an alligator causing traffic delay on 295 north near jtb exit #JustFloridaThings
— DannyBoi (@DannyBoi_wmc) April 1, 2018
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