VIDEO | Man named 'Bear' kills man-eating alligator in Texas

A man named Bear got revenge on the alligator that killed his friend.

Last week, Tommy Woodward, was bitten and killed after ignoring a "No Swimming: Alligators" sign in a Texas marina.

According to a local news station, the man decided to go swimming after leaving the bar. He jumped into the water after he was told it was against the rules and was bitten immediately.

Three days after the tragic event, his friend showed up, shot the creature in the head and dragged it to the water. When the wildlife officials cut open the alligator, they found some of Woodward’s remains inside its belly.

According a state official, killing an alligator is a class C misdemeanor in Texas, and can carry a fine up to $500. But it’s not clear if Bear will face charges.

This story was originally published July 7, 2015 at 12:08 PM with the headline "VIDEO | Man named 'Bear' kills man-eating alligator in Texas."