49 Reptiles, Including Venomous Snakes, Seized in Hamden Warehouse; Two Charged
Two men, Brian Roman and Tyler Foster, both 26, were charged after Connecticut environmental police seized 49 reptiles, including 46 venomous snakes, from a warehouse in Hamden. The seized animals included various species of rattlesnakes, pit vipers, and a Cape…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, July 30, 2026 —
HAMDEN, CT – Connecticut environmental police have seized 49 reptiles, including 46 venomous snakes, from a warehouse in Hamden. Two individuals, identified as 26-year-old Brian Roman and 26-year-old Tyler Foster, have been charged in connection with the seizure.
Brian Roman is identified as the owner of the warehouse where the animals were found. The collection included a variety of species, such as rattlesnakes, pit vipers, and a Cape cobra. Authorities stated that none of these animals are permitted in Connecticut without the appropriate documentation and permits.
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is responsible for enforcing regulations regarding the possession of exotic and native wildlife. The agency requires permits for individuals or facilities housing certain animal species, particularly those that are venomous or pose a potential risk to public safety and the environment.
The specific charges filed against Roman and Foster were not detailed in the information provided. The outcome of the investigation and any potential penalties will be determined through the legal process.
This incident highlights the state’s efforts to regulate the exotic pet trade and ensure compliance with wildlife laws designed to protect both animals and the public.
Story summarized from the original created by Zoe Strothers on www.wfsb.com, see more information here.
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