Tortoise serial killer confesses to eating his victims


Cold-blooded tortoise killer decimates 15 endangered gopher tortoises and was planning to kill 11 more.

Wildlife authorities in the US state of Florida have arrested a man who killed and ate 15 gopher tortoises and was planning to slaughter 11 more of the threatened reptiles, a spokeswoman said on Aug 28.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Living

What to do if your car was caught in a flood
How smart hounds learn: Some dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping
How these in-debt shopping addicts are trying to manage their overspending
A father's plea: Help me find a job for my autistic son, and thousands like him
Sunny Side Up: Don’t shut down children’s excitement
Bird flu and pets: What you need to know
Malaysian master sake sommelier creates new glass for better sake appreciation
Hungary's 'water guardian' farmers fight back against desertification
SinggahKL 2026 offers public chance to learn and appreciate Kuala Lumpur's architecture
Apricot by Peaches and Cream celebrates decadent European-centric comfort food

Others Also Read