Couple Discovers Snake Infestation in Newly Purchased Mercer County Home
A couple in Mercer County, Kentucky, discovered an infestation of at least 25 snakes in their newly purchased home, finding them in the basement, porch, and even discovering evidence of old snake eggs. Neighbors and previous owners indicated the home…
Lafayette, IN, November 9, 2026 — A couple has discovered an infestation of at least 25 snakes in their newly purchased home located in Mercer County, Kentucky. The discovery was made shortly after the purchase of the property.
The snakes were found in multiple areas of the residence, including the basement and the porch. In addition to the live snakes, the couple also found evidence suggesting old snake eggs had been present on the property.
Information from neighbors and previous owners indicates that the home has a long-standing reputation for snake activity. One former owner recalled that the property was known as the ‘snake house’ during his childhood.
The specific names of the couple, the exact date of the discovery, the precise location within Mercer County, and the species of snakes were not provided. The number of old snake eggs found was also not specified.
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