The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said there has been a "credible and consistent" report of an alligator on Belle Isle in Detroit.

Lynn Blasey, a Hamtramck resident who regularly visits the island, took photos of the alligator last Friday and reported it to the DNR. Michigan DNR confirms 'credible' alligator sighting on Belle Isle in Detroit

The DNR, in a statement, said that Belle Isle park staff responded to the report. Officials said that while no visible confirmation has been made, the photo with geo-location data was obtained, and the report is considered credible and consistent.

"Out of an abundance of caution, the DNR is coordinating to assess the area and determine appropriate next steps," the DNR said.

The DNR is reminding visitors not to approach any wild animal,

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