Injured Ball Python Discovered at Manchester McDonald's Drive‑Through

It was a quiet evening on South Willow Street when a passing employee at the McDonald’s drive‑through spotted something that didn’t belong there – a ball python, slumped on the pavement and looking decidedly out of place.

Manchester Police responded quickly, cordoning off the area while animal control arrived with the tools and know‑how to handle the delicate situation. The snake was clearly distressed: its scales were torn, the tail showed signs of trauma, and its eyes were swollen, suggesting a recent injury.

“The poor thing was very sweet despite the condition it was in,” said a spokesperson for Manchester Animal Control. The team wrapped the reptile in a warm blanket and transported it to a local wildlife rehabilitator for treatment.

At this point, no one has stepped forward to claim the snake. Police are now asking anyone who might know where it came from to get in touch. “If you have any information about the python’s whereabouts before it was found, please call Animal Control,” the department’s statement read.

The incident has sparked a flurry of chatter on social media, with many locals expressing both concern for the animal’s welfare and curiosity about how a pet snake ended up near a fast‑food lane. Some are even joking that the python might have been looking for a “quick bite.”

While the python receives care, officials remind pet owners that reptiles need secure, temperature‑controlled habitats, especially during New England’s chilly autumn months. Leaving a snake unattended outdoors can be dangerous not only for the animal but also for the community.

If you think you recognize the snake or know its owner, please contact Manchester Animal Control at (603) 555‑1234. Your tip could help reunite the reptile with its proper home.