70 Snakes, A Raccoon, 2 Turtles Removed From Providence Home: Report

PROVIDENCE, RI — Dozens of animals, including about 70 snakes, were reportedly found living in a Providence home under poor conditions.

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management told WPRI 12 its officers assisted Providence police with an arrest warrant on Waldo Street and found about 70 snakes, two turtles (one prohibited as a pet), a raccoon, and a dog.

DEM officials told WPRI 12 all the animals were sent to animal experts, except for the raccoon, which was euthanized as a potential rabies vector.

For more on this story, check out WPRI 12.

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