Teeside veterinary nurses Debbie Rowley and Karen Taylor from Wilton Vets made history yesterday when they were called out to catch a 6ft, 18lb python spotted by the side of the road by a motorist in Guisborough.

Talking to the Guisborough Gazette, Debbie said: "We were shocked it was so big."

The snake is apparently in good shape, and now in the care of Kirkleatham Owl Centre. 

Anyone missing a 6ft ft python is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101.

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