Henrico's second rabies case of 2025 confirmed
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A raccoon that scratched and bit a Henrico resident in the West End June 8 has tested positive for rabies, according to Henrico Police officials. It is the county's second confirmed case of rabies this year.
The incident occurred in the 8700 block of Butterfield Road in the Tuckahoe District; the resident sustained multiples scratch and bite marks and sought immediate medical attention, according to police.
The raccoon was captured and submitted to the state lab, where it tested positive. No one else was known to have been exposed to the animal.
Pet owners should keep their pets' rabies vaccinations current, according to Henrico Police Animal Protection Unit officials. The county offers rabies vaccination clinics throughout the year; its next event will be held Saturday, August 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Henrico Western Government Center, 4301 East Parham Road. Vaccinations cost $20 per pet and are cash only. Additional rabies clinic dates can be found on the Henrico County Animal Shelter’s page.
If you witness abnormal wildlife behavior or encounter any possible rabies exposure, contact Henrico Police at (804) 501-5000.
Anyone who may have been exposed to rabies should seek immediate medical attention, because the disease is fatal if left untreated.
