Officials in New Jersey have warned local residents to stay away from a lake after a large alligator was spotted in the north-eastern US state, far away from its natural range in the country.
The 3ft long gator was spotted in a local creek and then Victor Crowell park in the state, prompting its closure while authorities mounted a search for the creature. One police officer even fired a shot at what they thought was the alligator, but it is unknown if the officer hit the target.
