Exotic Incident #2898
Incident Date:
03/03/2017
Location:
Jackson, MI - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Abandoned animal (AA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Alligator, snake
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed
Summary:
While investigating a home, police found a 4-year old boy with severe burns from a blowtorch and several exotic animals, including an alligator and snakes. The conditions inside the home were unlivable, with exposed wiring, floors stained with excessive amounts of urine and feces, and a vandalized furnace and water heater that were pumping carbon monoxide into the bedrooms. The Cascades Humane Society temporarily took in the alligator.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://wlns.com/2017/03/03/boy-burned-inside-dangerous-home-in-jackson/