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Eleven-Year-Old Fisherman Loses Hand to Alligator | Gainesville News
An 11-year-old boy from Pennsylvania lost his right hand after a 9-foot alligator attacked him while fishing in Florida — a harrowing incident that’s sparked an outpouring of community support, including visits from his baseball coach and a GoFundMe that’s already raised over $21,000. While the family is focused on his physical recovery, the emotional toll is the real challenge. This tragic event is part of a troubling spike in alligator encounters across Central Florida this summer, reminding us these wild animals are unpredictable and dangerous. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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