Wildlife officials are investigating after an injured American crocodile was recently found swimming in the Florida Keys with a spear lodged in its head.

According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), officers were notified about the wounded reptile around 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. Responding officers discovered an approximately 8-foot American crocodile near mile marker 101 in Key Largo with a spear from a speargun stuck in the back of its head.

FWC officers and authorized wildlife professionals from Zoo Miami attempted to capture the crocodile for treatment but were unsuccessful. Officials said they are continuing to monitor the situation.

FWC investigators are asking anyone with photos, videos or information about the incident to contact th

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