James Bowers of Portland, Oregon was out in his backyard doing yard work when he felt something watching him. He looked around and came face-to-face with the head of a huge boa constrictor. The snake appeared agitated and was striking so Bowers called 9-1-1. Police arrived in five cars, but one female officer stood out from the group and reached to grab the snake. With the help of an animal control officer they safely and successfully bagged the boa constrictor, and transported it to Multnomah County Animal Control. It is not known where the snake came from but it is believed to have been someone's pet, and if unclaimed the snake will be transferred to a rescue group.