Man Helps Rescue 77-Year-Old Woman Attacked by Alligator at Retirement Community: 'He Saved Her'

Mar. 15, 2025

After the attack, officials from Manatee County responded to the scene and Marder was transported to a hospital for treatment, according to the FWC.

The commission said the gator that bit Marder was eventually caught and euthanized. “Officials are confident the responsible alligator was removed,” they said in the statement.

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The FWC urges caution when coming in contact with alligators, including keeping one’s distance and not feeding them.

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