Health officials: Sixth rabid raccoon found in Amityville area this year
Prior to 2025, Suffolk County had not reported a rabid raccoon since 2009.
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May 19, 2025, 9:05 PM
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Updated 31 min ago
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16h agoA sixth rabid raccoon was found in the Amityville area this year, according to Suffolk County health officials.
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services reported that a sick raccoon was found in Amityville on May 10. The animal then tested positive for rabies.
The first rabies case in a raccoon this year was reported on Jan. 28. Prior to 2025, Suffolk County had not reported a rabid raccoon since 2009.
Health officials say there was human or pet contact with the most recent raccoon found to have rabies.
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