Exotic Incident #1345

Incident Date:
09/26/2009
Location:
Boxford, MA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Boa Constrictor
Animal disposition:

Summary:

A 5-ft-long boa constrictor was loose after escaping through the pipes connecting the bathroom toilet. Authorities were tipped off when the possessor canvassed the neighborhood, letting people know of the snake’s escape. The possessor reported that the snake escaped sometime in late August or early September but he failed to notify authorities until September 26.

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