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Authorities Search for Escaped Water Monitor Lizard in Massachusetts

7/23/2025

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A 5-foot water monitor lizard has escaped in Webster, Massachusetts, last spotted near Blueberry Lane. As it's illegal to own this exotic creature in the state, authorities urge residents to maintain a safe distance and report any sightings to the Massachusetts Environmental Police. The hunt for this elusive lizard is ongoing, with no recent updates.

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Story summary

A 5-foot water monitor lizard has escaped in Webster, Massachusetts, last spotted near Blueberry Lane. As it's illegal to own this exotic creature in the state, authorities urge residents to maintain a safe distance and report any sightings to the Massachusetts Environmental Police. The hunt for this elusive lizard is ongoing, with no recent updates.