A raccoon found dead in Galloway Township was confirmed as the fourth rabies case in Atlantic County last year.
The animal was found Monday in the 100 block of South Genoa Avenue, and confirmed positive Wednesday, according to county health officials. The property owner notified the Atlantic County Division of Public Health, and the animal was promptly removed and sent to the state lab for testing. There were no known human exposures. A rabies booster for the homeowner’s dog was recommended as a safety precaution. The dog was up to date on vaccination.