In a surprising turn of events during rush hour traffic in Tampa, Florida, a massive alligator brought the bustling streets to a halt.

Amen Bashir, 34, managed to capture the footage of the colossal reptile attempting to cross the road on May 25, prompting local authorities to step in.

Recognising the need to ensure the safety of both the alligator and motorists, the police swiftly intervened, halting traffic in all directions.

Bystanders were left in awe as the enormous alligator, measuring an impressive size, gradually made its way across the street.

Onlookers watched as the creature eventually reached its destination—a vast lake nearby.

Amen was in disbelief at the extraordinary encounter and he shared the footage on TikTok where the video quickly went viral, amassing over 5.1 million views.

Amen said: "I was in disbelief to say the least! The size of the alligator and seeing it out in the road it was unreal.

"I’ve lived my whole life in Florida and have never experienced that before."

For many Floridians, encountering alligators is not uncommon but witnessing such a spectacle during the rush hour traffic was a first for Amen and many others.

 

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