LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- One Kentucky creek has an unusual resident -- an alligator.

The alligator is living in Skaggs Creek, which is a stream near Barren River Lake.

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife officers confirm they've received reports on the small three-foot alligator.

Experts say it is not really a threat to people.

Officials say they believe someone's pet got loose.

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife workers say they're trying to catch the alligator.

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