Infant attacked by raccoon in Idaho home, hospitalized; raccoon tested negative for rabies.

An infant in Cassia County, Idaho, was attacked by a raccoon in their home on December 23, 2024, and was hospitalized. The raccoon was killed by the parents and a deputy, and tested negative for rabies. Health officials activated a response team to investigate. To prevent such incidents, homeowners are advised to secure garbage, remove food sources, and block entry points for raccoons.