Exotic Incident #494
Incident Date:
09/28/2002
Location:
Ravenna, MI - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Raccoon
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A 3-month-old child was attacked in her crib by her family’s “pet” raccoon. The child suffered serious injuries sufficient to need major facial reconstructive surgery.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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