Malaysian "snake whisperer" played with his last snake

Famous Malaysian "snake whisperer" firefighter Abu Zarin Hussin passed away at 12.40am on Friday, four days after he was attacked by a cobra during an operation in Bentong.

He had been known for his way with venomous snakes. Pictures and videos of Abu Zarin Hussin show him taking a selfie with his pet cobra and also exercising at the gym, doing work on his computer and watching TV with the slithering serpent next to him. He even kissed snakes on the mouth.

Hussin was rushed to a hospital on Monday after he was bitten in Bentong, in the state of Pahang, the Malaysian news outlet The Star Online reported.