A man suspected of reckless driving was attacked by an alligator during a police chase in Louisiana but continued fleeing before his eventual arrest, authorities said Monday.

The incident began when police attempted to apprehend the suspect on suspicion of driving recklessly, according to Louisiana law enforcement officials. During the pursuit, the man encountered an alligator that attacked him.

Despite the alligator attack, the suspect continued his attempt to evade capture, authorities reported. Police did not immediately release details about the extent of any injuries the man may have sustained from the encounter with the reptile.

The man was ultimately apprehended by law enforcement officers. Authorities have not disclosed the specific location where the incident occurred or provided additional details about the circumstances surrounding the alligator encounter.

Louisiana is home to an estimated two million alligators, with the reptiles commonly found in the state's wetlands, marshes, and waterways.