Snake Taken From Event

7 May 2013, 10:58 | Updated: 7 May 2013, 11:04

Police are looking for a snake that has been taken from an event in Hatfield.

Hertfordshire Police are appealing for witnesses and information after the snake was taken during an event at David Lloyd Leisure Club.
 
The incident occurred on Sunday 28th April between the times of 2pm and 4.20pm on Mosquito Way in Hatfield. The snake, which is called Kevin 2, was removed from its box, which was closed but unlocked.
 
The snake is described as a four and a half foot corn snake which will die if not properly fed. The owners say it is harmless.
 
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Officer Paul Silom via the Herts Police non-emergency number 101 quoting crime reference number B2/13/1256. Alternatively call Crimestoppers, the independent charity, anonymously on 0800 555 111.
 
Please note the picture shown is a snake similar to Kevin 2.