Halim Panic Residents When They Find A Python While Devouring A Chicken Inside The Cage

Sanca snake evacuation officers/ Photo: IST

JAKARTA - A python was found in a poultry cage owned by residents at the Skadron Complex, Dakota Permai Street, RT 01/04, Halim Perdanakusuma Village, Makasar District, East Jakarta, Tuesday, March 26.

Although it had panicked residents, the snake was finally successfully evacuated by officers.

"The 2.5 cm long snake was successfully evacuated from the chicken coop. We have deployed 3 rescue personnel for handling," said Head of East Jakarta Gulkarmat Sub-dept., Gatot Sulaeman when confirmed, Tuesday, March 26.

When found, the snake was still in a position wrapped around a resident's chicken. It is strongly suspected that the chicken will be eaten by the 2.5 meter long python.

The incident was first noticed by the owner of the chicken when there was a loud sound.

"Then when the owner was about to feed his livestock he was surprised when a python was wrapped around his chicken," he said.

Then the owner of the chicken reported to the East Jakarta Gulkarmat Sub-dept. to evacuate. Upon arrival, the Gulkarmat Sub-dept. officers managed to evacuate the snake.