Overview
- A resident reported a Komodo dragon inside an Alameda residence, prompting a response by police and animal control.
- Responders determined the large lizard had been abandoned by previous tenants.
- Police identified the animal as a young Ornate Nile Monitor that can grow up to seven feet.
- Officers described the lizard as aggressive and developed a plan to secure it safely due to its size and behavior.
- The reptile is now at the East Bay Vivarium, and officials warn the species can inflict injuries and is unsuitable for children or beginner keepers.