Rabid raccoon found in Camden County

Between April 27 and April 29, the Camden County Police Department received several reports concerning raccoon activity. Police gave the health department all raccoon-related complaint calls during that time period to confirm there were no potential human or pet exposures.

“Although rabies is a serious illness, it can be prevented by early treatment,” said Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Camden County Health Department. “If you have been bitten or scratched by a wild animal it is important that you seek immediate medical attention.”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tips for rabies prevention and control on its website at cdc.gov/rabies. Residents can also call the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services at (856) 374-6370 for more information.