Alligator attacks DWI suspect who was fleeing police
Summary
A man suspected of driving while impaired in Louisiana tried to run away from police by jumping into a swamp. An alligator attacked him, injuring his arms, but he was later caught and taken to the hospital before being arrested.Key Facts
- Victor Rivas, 40, was suspected of driving while impaired near New Orleans.
- He crashed his car, then was stopped by police who saw signs of impairment.
- Rivas fled on foot, jumping into a swamp twice to escape.
- An alligator attacked him during the second escape, injuring both his arms.
- Police captured Rivas after using drones to track him.
- His injuries were not life-threatening, and he received hospital treatment.
- Rivas was charged with driving while impaired and resisting an officer.
- Police have additional warrants related to the car crash that started the stop.
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