A SIX-FOOT long python has been found in Haxby Road, York Police have reported.

PCSOs said they struggled for ten minutes with the slippery customer, but no one was injured.

Police appealed for anyone who has lost the monster snake to get in touch on 101 and quote reference 0315 of July 31.

Meanwhile, the reptile has been placed in a new home, until an owner comes forward.