A snake, reported to be a cobra, crawled into the victim's pants and bit him as he watched a show, police said.

WASHINGTON — A German tourist on vacation in Egypt died this month after he was bitten during a snake-charming show, according to German police. Bavarian Police said this week that a family of three ...

The incident occurred during an entertainment show that featured traditional snake-handling stunts, including audience participation where guests were invited to interact closely with the reptiles.

Police in Germany said the tourist was participating in a snake charmer's performance at a Hurghada resort in Egypt when one of the snakes bit him.