Pet reptile found guarding pot stash later dies at zoo

 
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RIP Mr. Teeth.

Authorities in Northern California made an unusual discovery during a routine probation check: An alligator-like reptile named "Mr. Teeth," who was apparently protecting a stash of marijuana.


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The reptile's owner, Assif Mayar, was arrested that day and later charged with one count of possessing marijuana for sale.

Officials at the Oakland Zoo said Mr. Teeth died Wednesday, a day after it was seized by county animal control officers. It had been sick when it arrived.

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