Two people in Fairfax County, Virginia, have been bitten by a fox, and officials are warning residents to be aware.
The Fairfax County Animal Protection police officers responded to a call in the 8600 block of Kenilworth Drive around 10:30 a.m. Monday. A woman, 81, said she was in her front yard when she was bitten by a fox.
A couple of hours later, a man, 84, in the 5600 block of Ventnor Drive, close to Kenilworth Drive, was mowing his lawn when he was bitten by a fox. Both people sought treatment at the hospital.
Animal Protection police searched the area and placed traps in an attempt to capture the fox. They have not been successful.
Police would like to remind residents that it is unknown, at present, whether or not the fox is rabid. However, aggressive tendencies, such as those exhibited in these cases, are one of the signs of rabies.
They would also like to remind residents to keep their dogs on leash when walking in public areas.
