Now that is just totaly wrong .I assist the local police when they get call concerning reptiles.The last time i received a call i arrived at the house just in time as they were getting ready to kill a juvy black rat snake .Well i educated them about snakes and how he was more scared of them then anything.I told them to call me directly anytime they need assistance and hopefully they listened to me.I hope you are able to rehab him and are able to release him in a safe area.Keep us posted please.