Pct. 4 deputies, Parks and Wildlife respond to aggressive alligator found in Atascocita

ATASCOCITA, Texas (KTRK) -- Precinct 4 constable deputies and Parks and Wildlife staff were in for a big surprise Tuesday afternoon.

Authorities responded to a call about an aggressive alligator in the 17300 block of W. Lake Houston.

The reptile is one of a few that have been spotted in Houston and surrounding areas recently.

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