Clark County Animal Protection Services confirmed a fox that bit a victim in the south Las Vegas Valley was infected with rabies. The incident occurred in the 9300 block of Jeremy Blaine Court, near Interstate 15 and Silverado Ranch Boulevard.
County spokesperson Jennifer Cooper said in a press release that the fox is deceased and there is no current threat to public safety. Officials are urging anyone who encountered a fox in that area to seek medical attention immediately.
Residents who had contact with a fox near the intersection are asked to call 311 to reach an on-call officer with Animal Protection Services.
Sources: Las Vegas Review-Journal
Original reporting: Las Vegas Review-Journal →
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