PATHUM THANI, Thailand – A man in Pathum Thani, a province bordering Bangkok, was left stunned after waking up to discover a four-meter snake, believed to be a python, inside a glass enclosure at his home—only to learn he had carried the reptile there himself while heavily intoxicated. The bizarre incident occurred in the Bueng Yitho area of Thanyaburi District on the morning of 10 July, when rescue workers were called after the man discovered the large snake inside his house but had no memory of how it had arrived.
The homeowner, identified only as Rachata, was shown in a video recorded the previous night grabbing the snake by its tail, swinging it around and later carrying the reptile in his arms before placing it inside a glass box at his home. After sobering up, Rachata was reportedly shocked when he saw the footage and realized what he had done. He was said to have repeatedly asked what had happened, unable to believe he had handled such a large snake while intoxicated. Rescue personnel arrived at the home and safely removed the snake from the enclosure. The reptile, believed to be a python, was later released back into its natural habitat. The incident quickly drew attention online, with many people expressing surprise at how the man had managed to handle such a large snake without knowing the risks involved.
Wildlife and rescue officials warned the public never to approach, grab or attempt to keep wild snakes, whether out of curiosity, for entertainment or while under the influence of alcohol. They said people cannot easily determine whether a snake is dangerous or predict how it will react when disturbed. Authorities urged residents who encounter snakes in homes or communities to keep a safe distance and contact trained rescue teams or wildlife officers for assistance. The incident serves as another reminder that wild animals should be handled only by trained professionals, regardless of their size or appearance.
