Crime & Safety

Woman Bitten by Raccoon in Valhalla

Police warn residents to stay away from wild animals.

A woman was reportedly bitten by a raccoon in the Valhalla commuter lot Tuesday evening.

According to an alert from the Town of Mount Pleasant, the incident was reported at approximately 7 p.m.

Further details were not immediately available from the Mount Pleasant Police Department.

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Officials are warning all residents to "use caution and keep distance from any wild animals."

Call your local police department if you witness animals acting abnormally.

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