Man Caught by Airport Security With Snakes Shoved in Intimate Place

Flying with a pet can be a hassle, but flying with other exotic animals can be an even bigger headache. One Florida man tried to get around the problem by transporting some snakes—just without doing it in the safest way. 

According to Transportation Security Administration officials, a traveler was stopped while going through security at Miami International Airport on April 26 after they made a strange discovery. Officials found a small bag containing three Palmetto corn snakes hidden in the passenger's pants. The TSA posted photos of the small camo bag and packing materials on social media and reassured followers that the slithery animals were given to the proper authorities. 

"Officers at [Miami International Airport] detected this bag of snakes hidden in a passenger’s pants at a checkpoint," the post read. "TSA called our [Customs and Border Protection] and Miami-Dade Police partners to assist, and the snakes were turned over to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission."

Officers at @iflymia detected this bag of snakes hidden in a passenger’s pants at a checkpoint on Fri, April 26. @TSA called our @CBPSoutheast and Miami-Dade Police partners in to assist, and the snakes were turned over to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. pic.twitter.com/CggJob8IT8

— TSA_Gulf (@TSA_Gulf) April 30, 2024

Palmetto corn snakes are a unique variation of corn snake, which are often kept as pets. Their white color is a result of a leucistic genetic mutation that makes for a stunning pattern. Because of their rarity in nature, they make for quite a prized pet among snake enthusiasts. 

According to WFTV, the passenger was attempting to board an international flight. The U.S. Department of Transportation warns travelers that "federal and state governments impose restrictions on transporting live animals" and that "each airline establishes its own company policy for the proper handling of the animals they transport." As such, it's up to the flyer to "take the necessary precautions to ensure the well being of the animal you ship." 

It's probably safe to say someone's nether regions isn't the best place to transport multiple snakes.