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Brittany Clark's boyfriend thought she was joking in fatal alligator attack that 'felt like it went on forever'
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Brittany Clark was fatally attacked by a 13-foot alligator while hiking and swimming in Florida's Econlockhatchee River, resulting in the loss of her arms and severe injuries that led to her death from blood loss.
- Clark’s boyfriend, Chance Allison, initially thought she was joking during the attack but quickly tried to rescue her, describing the ordeal as lasting 30 to 40 seconds and one of the scariest experiences of his life.
- Bodycam footage showed a Florida deputy’s efforts to save Clark, including applying a tourniquet, but she succumbed to her injuries despite emergency medical response.
- Allison expressed shock and grief over Clark’s death, highlighting her vibrant future and sharing that he is organizing a large celebration of life for her, with many expected to attend.
- Before being hospitalized, Clark’s final request was for Allison to care for her dog, Hokie, who along with her cat Shady, has since been taken in by Allison along with his own pets.
