A peace officer for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals happened across a moving pillowcase on a beach Saturday on which someone had written: “Live Gator – Please find him a home,” officials said.

The off-duty officer for the Suffolk County organization had been taking a walk on Long Island’s Overlook beach, according to the group. The officer called in a response team to rescue the 30-inch-long animal.

SPCA officials are asking for donations to help them care for the alligator until it can be taken to a sanctuary.

They also are seeking information on who might have dumped the gator.