Mertes says animal control officers never found the snakes and police have been unable to confirm his story.
Rolon was treated at a hospital for unknown injuries. Police say they gave him a summons for reckless driving and other charges.
There is no public telephone listing for Rolon and it was unclear if he has a lawyer.
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