The boyfriend of Brittany Clark is speaking out after the Florida woman was killed in a tragic alligator attack while swimming in the Econlockhatchee River. The heartbreaking incident happened near the Barr Street Trailhead in Little Big Econ State Forest, where Clark had been spending time outdoors with her boyfriend and friends.
Clark, 31, was in the water on Sunday, June 28, when the alligator suddenly attacked. What had started as a day of hiking, swimming, and enjoying nature quickly turned into a desperate emergency as those with her tried to get help and bring her safely back to shore.
Her boyfriend, Chance Allison, later shared an emotional tribute on Facebook, saying he was still struggling to accept what had happened. His message revealed the deep grief he is carrying after losing someone he had hoped to build a future with.
Allison wrote that he was still in disbelief over the tragedy. He also reflected on the life he and Clark had planned together, saying they had so many memories left to make and so many things they still wanted to do.
In the same message, he called Clark a special person and said she did not deserve such a heartbreaking end. He also promised to take care of her beloved pets, Shady and Hokie, a detail that made his tribute even more painful for those who knew how much they meant to her.
Authorities said Allison was one of the people who tried to help Clark during the attack and called 911 as the situation unfolded. Emergency audio later revealed the panic and urgency as he pleaded for help to arrive quickly.
During the call, Allison told dispatchers that Clark had been badly hurt and repeatedly asked them to hurry. The call showed how desperate the moments were as he and others tried to guide emergency crews to their location near the river.
Officials said the group was in water that was only about three feet deep when the attack happened. Investigators have also said there is no indication that Clark or the people with her did anything to provoke the alligator.
Clark was taken from the scene after first responders arrived, but authorities later confirmed that she passed away before reaching the hospital. Her death has left her family, boyfriend, friends, and community devastated.
In his tribute, Allison said he is planning a celebration of life to honor Clark and will share more details once arrangements are finished. He also thanked everyone who had reached out with kind messages after the tragedy.
He said those messages have helped him hold himself together at a time when he feels like he is falling apart. His words showed not only the depth of his grief, but also how much support has meant to him during the most painful days of his life.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has continued investigating the attack. As part of that investigation, officials confirmed that two large alligators were removed from the area.
One alligator was found near the attack site, while another was located about half a mile away. Both were captured and euthanized, and officials collected biological samples as they work to determine more details about what happened.
Wildlife officials have said the investigation remains active. The case has also renewed public concern about safety in Florida waterways, especially in natural areas where large alligators may be present.
For those who loved Brittany Clark, the official investigation cannot take away the pain of losing her. Allison’s message has become a heartbreaking reminder of the future they had imagined together and the love he still carries for her after a tragedy that changed everything.
This article was written using details gathered from public reports, official updates, and statements shared by those close to the case.
