Some Snake News out of Southern California

[MonkeyShuttle]

From what I've read, it seems he just got in over his head, combined with the fact that he lost his Mom a year or two ago...that can have a crushing effect on some folks...sad situation all around...for the snakes and Bill...

Totally agree


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[Shann]

From the comments on many of the articles (once you get past all the stupid comments posted by people who think all snake keepers are "sick") it seems like he was very much loved and respected previously. I see lots of posts from families of his former students saying that he was a really great teacher, and introduced many kids to animals. This whole thing makes me very sad. I'm also very worried about what impact this could have, with exotic animals being such a hot topic at the moment.

[OhhWatALoser]

Ugh, he had so many cool dinker projects, some proved out, napalm, cajun, reaper. I was excited to see some of the other odd ball stuff prove out.

story makes it sound like a case of hoarding triggered by his mother's death, unfortunate.

[bcr229]

Not to excuse what this guy did, but grief can really mess you up mentally. I came close to really screwing up my life and family a few years back after my mom passed away. I didn't realize how badly I was affected. Fortunately my husband and some close friends encouraged me to get help before my life became a complete mess. It looks like this guy lived alone, so without support from others he probably just fell apart. Damned shame the snakes had to suffer also.

[sho220]

story makes it sound like a case of hoarding triggered by his mother's death, unfortunate.

That's the impression I get as well...

[blackfish707]

Very sad. I agree, it does sound like he was a great member of the community just overwhelmed/overcome by the passing of his mother.

[gopherhockey03]

Ugh... makes me sick...

[DooLittle]

Not to excuse what this guy did, but grief can really mess you up mentally. I came close to really screwing up my life and family a few years back after my mom passed away. I didn't realize how badly I was affected. Fortunately my husband and some close friends encouraged me to get help before my life became a complete mess. It looks like this guy lived alone, so without support from others he probably just fell apart. Damned shame the snakes had to suffer also.

This ^ grief can be horrible. Especially without any support around you. Sad story all the way around. And it paints a terrible picture to the ignorant.

[Mr. Misha]

This is really sad... I'm glad they're prosecuting this guy on criminal charges. It's crazy to me how people loose control.

I live 45 minutes from Santa Ana so maybe I'll see if I'd be able to adopt one...

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[CrystalRose]

USARK just posted on facebook about it. They said there are 186 that are alive. Over 200 dead. The live ones are being taken care of by the The Southern California Herpetology Association and Rescue. They also posted the donation page for the rescue for people to donate to the care of the remaining snakes. Very very sad situation.