Exotic Incident #220
Incident Date:
02/28/1999
Location:
Gary, IN - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Python
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A 16-ft-long, 150-lb python bit a pet store employee on his arm, sending him to the hospital. It required three people to free the employee from the snake’s grip. The employee was released from the hospital with no stitches, only puncture marks.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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