The Byram Police Department was called to the Robinson Estates for a reptilian community invader.Around 5 a.m. Wednesday, someone spotted an alligator in their backyard. Police, as well as the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, responded and wrangled the 4-to-5-foot gator to relocate it to a safe area away from people. THESE ARE NOT THE WORDS FOR A CRIMINAL SUSPECT…AS POLICE JOKINGLY READ MIRANDA RIGHTS….. TO A FIVE-FOOT GATOR SPOTTED IN THE BRANCH CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD.”If you do not have an attorney, we will appoint one for you””At first it was kind of surreal, you are not expecting to see an alligator crossing the street, chickens maybe, but not an alligator.”Officers and wildlife crews safely captured the alligator before anyone was hurt.Even though no injuries were reported, Assistant Police Chief Derrick Jordan said the encounter is a reminder to stay alert and keep yards maintained.”When you have an abundance of rain, it can always move wildlife to different areas, so just always be precautious about that.” said Derrick Jordan, Assistant Police Chief of Byram Police Department. “Make sure you manicure your lawns and ensure that you can see those things when they are in the area.”Sergeant Terris Thomas said as temperatures rise, alligators and other wildlife may become more active. He says families should pay close attention to children and pets, especially near water.”If you are going to go outside around any body of water since we are right here by the Mississippi River.” said Thomas. “Make sure you keep an eye on your pets and children, while they are outside this summer.”The wildlife department is warning that with the expected rain forecast in the coming days, there could be an increase in alligator sightings near lakes and rivers.If you spot a gator in Byram, you are asked to call the Byram Police Department at 601-372-2327.

BYRAM, Miss. —

The Byram Police Department was called to the Robinson Estates for a reptilian community invader.

Around 5 a.m. Wednesday, someone spotted an alligator in their backyard.

Police, as well as the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, responded and wrangled the 4-to-5-foot gator to relocate it to a safe area away from people.

THESE ARE NOT THE WORDS FOR A CRIMINAL SUSPECT…

AS POLICE JOKINGLY READ MIRANDA RIGHTS….. TO A FIVE-FOOT GATOR SPOTTED IN THE BRANCH CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD.

“If you do not have an attorney, we will appoint one for you”

“At first it was kind of surreal, you are not expecting to see an alligator crossing the street, chickens maybe, but not an alligator.”

Officers and wildlife crews safely captured the alligator before anyone was hurt.

Even though no injuries were reported, Assistant Police Chief Derrick Jordan said the encounter is a reminder to stay alert and keep yards maintained.

“When you have an abundance of rain, it can always move wildlife to different areas, so just always be precautious about that.” said Derrick Jordan, Assistant Police Chief of Byram Police Department. “Make sure you manicure your lawns and ensure that you can see those things when they are in the area.”

Sergeant Terris Thomas said as temperatures rise, alligators and other wildlife may become more active. He says families should pay close attention to children and pets, especially near water.

“If you are going to go outside around any body of water since we are right here by the Mississippi River.” said Thomas. “Make sure you keep an eye on your pets and children, while they are outside this summer.”

The wildlife department is warning that with the expected rain forecast in the coming days, there could be an increase in alligator sightings near lakes and rivers.

If you spot a gator in Byram, you are asked to call the Byram Police Department at 601-372-2327.