Manatee takes a sip from Bradenton police boat

Police in Bradenton were treated to an unusual sight in the water. Its marine unit had just finished patrol when an unexpected “dock inspector” showed up -- a manatee! Officers caught the manatee drinking water flowing from the boat while crews waited for it to move along.

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