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‘He’s a biggun’

August 25, 2025 | Hansen Hasenberg

Alligator hunting season in Florida began Aug. 15 at midnight. Within just a few hours, what will likely be one of the biggest gators of the season was caught on the Yellow River in Santa Rosa County.

Santa Rosa County residents Chase Salter, Scott Miller and Seth Brayton were the men behind the haul.

Santa Rosa County residents Scott Miller, Seth Brayton and Chase Salter kneel next to the 13-foot gator they caught.

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