What started as a routine grocery run turned into a nightmare for British grandfather Neville Linton. After buying broccoli from Aldi, he was horrified to find a live snake hiding in the bag once he got home. Terrified, especially for his disabled son and elderly mother-in-law, Neville called his sister, who confirmed it was indeed a snake.
The reptile, later identified as a harmless ladder snake, was taken to Dudley Zoo. Experts explained it likely got scooped up during harvesting. Aldi apologized and launched an investigation, though Neville felt the compensation didn’t reflect the risk. The snake now lives safely at the zoo, helping educate visitors about wildlife.
