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Woman dies after alligator bites off her arm in Florida river
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- A 31-year-old woman from Orlando died after an alligator attacked her in the Econlockhatchee River at Little Big Econ State Forest, biting off one arm and severely mauling the other.
- The attack occurred while she was with her boyfriend and best friend, who called 911 as they tried to free her from the alligator’s grip; she died before reaching the hospital.
- Authorities captured two large alligators near the scene, and DNA tests are underway to identify the specific animal responsible for the attack.
- Officials noted that alligator attacks are rare but have increased recently, with this being the third attack in seven days in Florida, possibly linked to territorial behavior during mating season and low water levels due to drought.
- The area where the attack occurred remains closed, and residents are urged to exercise caution around water bodies in Florida, as alligators inhabit all counties in the state.
