That's exactly what happened on Feb. 14, when environmental conservation officers received a report of a large snake on the side of the road in Medford, Long Island.
Upon arrival, officers Kaufherr and Zullo discovered the python curled up in a ball, and after a closer look, they realized it was dead.
Under New York State Environmental Conservation Law, it is illegal to keep these types of snakes as pets unless you have a Dangerous Animal License.
The snake's owner is currently being investigated on this matter.
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