Giant snake on the loose in Northampton park
Police have been called to a reported sighting of a giant Burmese python in a Northampton park.
The snake was spotted in the undergrowth at Lingswood, Northampton earlier today.
A spokesman for Northamptonshire Police said: "Police were called today at approximately 9.30am to a reported sighting of what is believed to be a large snake in the undergrowth at Lingswood, Northampton.
"It is believed the snake may be a green Burmese Python and several feet long.
"Although these snakes are not known to be dangerous, members of the public are advised not to approach it, keep a safe distance away from it and immediately call the police on 999 or the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999."
The Burmese python is the largest subspecies of the Indian python and one of the six largest snakes in the world, native to a big variation of tropic and subtropic areas of Southern and Southeast Asia.
They are often found near water and are sometimes semi-aquatic, but can also be found in trees. Wild individuals grow to an average of 12 feet long but can grow to 19 feet in some cases.
Witnesses can call police on 03000 111 222 - alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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