Rabid Beaver Attacks Multiple People in New Jersey
A rabid beaver has been confirmed to have attacked several people, including an 8-year-old boy, at a park in Mahwah, New Jersey. Authorities report that the boy was hospitalized after being bitten while fishing at a lake. The beaver, which tested positive for rabies, not only injured the young boy but also attacked other park visitors, prompting health officials to issue a warning about the potential risks associated with rabies in local wildlife. Videos of the shocking incident have surfaced, showing the aggressive behavior of the animal before it was ultimately thrown back into the lake.
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