http://www.tampabays10.com/news/local/article.aspx?storyid=4629814-foot Python attacks handler during show in Tarpon Springs
Tarpon Springs, Florida - Tarpon Springs Police officers say a 14-foot Burmese Python attacked a female handler at the Tarpon Springs Aquarium this afternoon.
Officers arrived at the facility just before 2:00 p.m. at 848 Dodecanese Boulevard at the west end of the sponge dock tourist area.
They say the beast, named Chloe, attacked 18-year-old Alison Cobianchi of Holiday during a show.
Cobianchi was supposed to remove the snake from its cage and talk about the animal. Today, the snake became aggressive, wrapped itself around her arm and waist and bit her on the right hand.
A manager and another handler tried to separate the snake from Cobianchi as she was being pulled into its cage. People in the show also tried to help and were unable to get her free.
An officer deployed his Taser on the snake. After a few seconds, Chloe released her grasp and allowed Cobianchi to get free. The Python then retreated to her cage. The victim was treated by paramedics and taken to Helen Ellis Hospital for treatment.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission will investigate