Boa Constrictor Warning Whitehaven

An 8ft Boa Constrictor has escaped from Cumbria home after it was left momentarily unattended while being cleaned.

16:43 22 September 2015

 An 8ft Boa Constrictor, which is a household pet in property in Kells, Whitehaven, has escaped while being cleaned on Friday night.

 

Police have asked the public to contact them if they see it. However, they warned that the snake, known for holding its prey in a lethal grip, should not be approached.

 

A police spokesman said: "The animal does not pose an immediate risk to the public, however if sighted advice is not to approach it and contact police immediately."