An alligator was spotted — and photographed — in Walton County this weekend, the sheriff’s office said.

“If you are missing your alligator, you can call us,” sheriff’s officials said on Facebook. “I suppose we might help you search for it — but not sure.” #scarylookingguy

The photos were taken by a citizen while traveling on Jersey Walnut Grove Road, according to the post.

In other news:

The victim was driving on McDonough Road near Folsom Road when a black Chevrolet Caprice drove up behind him,

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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