Crime & Safety
Rabid Raccoon Found In Middletown Oct. 25
The raccoon was found in the area of Florence and Appleton avenues in Leonardo.
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Last Wednesday, Oct. 25 Middletown Animal Control responded to a call for a sick raccoon.
The animal was found in the area of Florence and Appleton avenues in Leonardo.
Middletown Animal Control Officers captured the raccoon and lab results confirmed on Oct. 31 that the raccoon was positive for rabies.
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There were no reported human or pet dog interactions.
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