‘Operation Viper:’ 8 people arrested in illegal Florida snake trafficking rings

‘Operation Viper’ targets illegal trafficking of ‘highly venomous snakes, says FWC

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) says its undercover agents were able to buy and sell nearly 200 illegal snakes in a three-year investigation called Operation Viper.

Florida Fish and Wildlife targets ring that illegally trafficked cobras, vipers, and other venomous snakes

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission conducted a multi-year investigation into an illegal snake trafficking ring, resulting in the arrest of eight individuals.

Spitting cobras and testosterone: Inside Florida's venomous snake trafficking trade

An undercover investigation into a Florida man helped expose additional suspects in a statewide probe of the venomous snake trade.

Spitting cobras and rattlesnakes: Inside the venomous snake trafficking investigation

The undercover investigation into a man from Palm Beach Gardens helped expose additional suspects in a statewide probe of the venomous snake trade in Florida.

Illegal snake trafficking ring sends multiple people to jail in Florida

Eight people have been arrested in Florida for illegally trafficking snakes — some venomous — to undercover FWC agents over the course of three years.

‘Operation Viper:’ 8 people arrested in illegal Florida snake trafficking rings

Eight people were arrested Thursday, accused of taking part in an illegal venomous snake trafficking ring in Florida, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.