7-foot alligator on I-295 slows down traffic in Jacksonville

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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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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.

JSO officers responded to the scene to help direct traffic.

Other drivers say they caught a glimpse of the reptile.