An alligator was spotted in Columbus Metro Park, as claimed by a viral Facebook post.

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A viral photo claims to show an alligator in Columbus Metro Park, but officials doubt its authenticity. The post raises questions about the presence of alligators in the Scioto River and the credibility of the photo. The discussion centers on whether the image is real or fake and the implications for local wildlife and public safety.

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Parent: Public SafetyEntity: Wildlife in Urban AreasSub-entity: Alligators in ColumbusImpact: negativeDate: Sep 15, 2026Target: The authenticity of the alligator sighting in Columbus Metro Park.

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Real or Fake?: After photo of alligator in Columbus Metro Park goes viral, officials chime in 

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Could an alligator be cruising the Scioto River in Downtown Columbus? According to the Facebook user behind a photo that’s making rounds in Columbus, this is the case. But officials aren’t so sure. Over the weekend, Facebook user Justin KidChevy

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Real or Fake?: After photo of alligator in Columbus Metro Park goes viral, officials chime in
 
https://614now.com/2026/hot-topics/real-or-fake-after-photo-of-alligator-in-columbus-metro-park-goes-viral-officials-doubt-veracity 
 
#columbus #ohio
 
Could an alligator be cruising the Scioto River in Downtown Columbus? According to the Facebook user behind a photo that’s making rounds in Columbus, this is the case. But officials aren’t so sure. Over the weekend, Facebook user Justin KidChevy

0 boosts · 0 favs · 0 replies · Sep 15, 2026

#columbus#ohio