A jaw-dropping video shared by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has gone viral, showing a barefoot man wrestling a massive alligator on a bustling Florida highway. The incident unfolded on the I-95/I-295 Southside, leaving commuters stunned. The man, identified as Mike Dragich, a licensed alligator trapper, army veteran, and former MMA fighter teamed up with the Florida Fish & Wildlife, the Florida Highway Patrol, and local law enforcement to safely remove the reptile from the road. Dubbed the “Blue Collar Brawler,” Dragich has become a social media sensation with over 380,000 Instagram followers for his daring alligator captures.

Social media erupted with reactions ranging from awe to humor, with users dubbing it “just another normal day in Florida.” Authorities remind residents that while coexistence with alligators is common in Florida, caution is key' keep your distance, avoid feeding them, and swim only in designated areas during daylight hours to stay safe.