Crime & Safety
Rabid Fox Reported In Merrimack
Breaking: Merrimack Police officers and NH Fish and Game personnel are in parts of town looking for the animal.
MERRIMACK, NH — Merrimack Police are warning residents that a possible rabid fox has been reported in town. The fox was seen in the area of Camp Sgt. Road, Whittier Road, and Cedar Lane, according to an alert. The New Hampshire Fish & Game Department has also been called to the scene to assist after the animal reportedly attack joggers in the community.
“It is extremely aggressive and will go after you if you approach it,” the alert noted. “If you are on foot in this area, please be aware of your surroundings as it will charge you.” (For more information on this and other neighborhood stories, subscribe to Merrimack NH Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts.)
Police have officers in those areas of town attempting to locate the fox.
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If you see it, call police at 603-424-3774.
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