2 Women Bitten By A Fox In Middleboro: Police

MIDDLEBORO, MA — Two people were hospitalized after bites from what is believed to be the same fox in a 12-hour span, police said.

One woman's daughter hit the fox in the head with a shovel to rescue her mother from the Sunday night attack on Muttock Lane. The woman was bitten on both legs. The fox ran into the woods following the daughter's intervention.

A second woman was bitten Monday morning at the Kampgrounds of America. Officials believe it to be the same fox from the night before. Kampgrounds of America is about a half-mile from Mutton Lane.

Police and the Animal Control Officer are searching for the fox.

"We are asking residents to please be on the lookout for any foxes," Police Chief Joseph Perkins said. "Foxes generally will not approach humans. But, if you see a fox please stay away from it and call Animal Control."

If you see a fox in the area of Route 44 and Plymouth Street, call Middleborough Animal Control at 508-946-2455.

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