Montreal police and the borough of Verdun are asking for the public's help in finding a 4-foot python that has been missing since last week. The pet reptile, which escaped from a private residence, was last seen Monday evening around the Bleu Blanc Rouge arena between 1st Avenue and Willibrord Avenue. Police believe the snake has taken refuge behind a brick wall in the area. Police say the python is not venomous: the snake eats small rodents and is not dangerous to humans. Anyone who sees it is urged not to touch it but to call 911 or the neighbourhood police station at 514-280-0116.

Source: CBC News August 30, 2016 21:45 UTC