Suspected drunk driver flees police, jumps into swamp and gets attacked by alligator
Summary
Pedestrian Hit Louisiana Today in Louisiana: A 40‐year‐old man, Victor Rivas, was driving a Toyota Supra recklessly on Interstate 310 in St. Charles Parish when he struck a concrete barrier and blew a tire. After police attempted to pull him over, he fled on foot, jumped into a swamp below the highway, and was later attacked by an alligator. Despite his injuries, Rivas continued to evade officers until they apprehended him with drone assistance. He was taken to a hospital for treatment and charged with DWI, resisting arrest, hit‐and‐run, and careless operation.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Victor Rivas | Driver | Injured |
Original reporting
Suspected drunk driver flees police, jumps into swamp and gets attacked by alligator