Burmese Python

A 12-foot albino Burmese python escaped its container this morning and strangled a young girl, authorities told in the Orlando Sentinel.Lt.

Bobby Caruthers� of the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said the snake belonged to the boyfriend of the victim's mother.

The girl was identified as Shaiunna Hare.Snake owner Charles Darnell, 32, stabbed the snake when he found it on top of the girl, authorities said.

He may face child endangerment charges, and wildlife officials said he likely faces a misdemeanor charge because he did not have the required permit to keep a python.



http://blogs.usatoday.com/ondeadline/2009/07/python-strangles-girl-2-in-florida-home.html