The wrecker driver who was called to help remove the alligator from the roadway told Eyewitness News the beast is at least 10 feet long.
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Deputies reported to the scene on Lockwood, just south of Beltway 8, to make sure no one else hit the animal.
WATCH: Wreckers work to clear alligator from the roadway
Wrecker driver removes gator run over on Beltway 8
The alligator appears to be dead, but that has not been confirmed.
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Reporter Foti Kallergis will bring you new details as they are received from officials.
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