ANYONE who is offered or hears about the sale of a Royal Blue Python is asked to contact the police.

Officers received reports that the snake had been stolen from a property in Black Damn.

It is believed the incident took place after a man attended the property after enquiring about another matter.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “The owner is particularly concerned about the specific care which these animals require.”

Officers are advising that if anyone hears of a snake being offered for sale to contact the police on 101 quoting 44190341622.