Woman killed, 2 injured in series of Florida alligator attacks

Officials with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are urging people to be aware of their surrounding after a series of alligator attacks in Florida left one person dead and two others injured, including a minor. The first alligator attack occurred in the Rainbow River in Marion County. Alligators and bird species are seen in Everglades National Park on April 09, 2026. Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu via Getty Images According to the Marion County Sheriff's Office, the river was closed on June 21 after deputies said a snorkeler was bitten. In a Facebook post , the sheriff's office said the river was closed so they could assist FWC in locating the alligator that was involved. It eventually was, and the river was then reopened. The sheriff's office thanked the public for their patience and cooperation while the river was closed. Alligator bit minor while fishing from shore, FWC says Less than a week later, the FWC said they received a report of a "juvenile" who was bitten in the hand by an alligator while fishing from shore at Nelson Fish Camp in Marion County. The FWC said the unidentified victim was taken to a hospital to be treated for their injuries. After the incident, the FWC said a law enforcement officer removed and killed the 8-foot, 7-inch alligator. …