Drunk driver flees traffic stop, jumps into swamp and is attacked by alligator: police

Published
June 09, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Louisiana
Interstate 310
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Incident type
Pedestrian struck, DUI, Hit and run

Summary

Pedestrian Hit Louisiana Today in Louisiana: A drunk driver, Victor Rivas, fled a traffic stop on Interstate 310 by jumping into a swamp and was attacked by an alligator. He sustained injuries to both arms but was eventually apprehended by police.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Victor Rivas Driver Injured

Original reporting

Drunk driver flees traffic stop, jumps into swamp and is attacked by alligator: police

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