Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Aggressive Squirrel Attacks San Rafael Residents, Sends Some to ER
A squirrel in San Rafael, California, is attacking people.
At least two people have been sent to the emergency room after being attacked by the squirrel.
According to Lisa Bloch with Marin Humane, this behavior is likely caused by people feeding the squirrel.
The animal may have lost its fear of people, leading to the attacks.
Residents are being warned about the "very mean squirrel."
The good thing is that squirrels are not vectors for rabies.
A squirrel is attacking residents of San Rafael, California.
At least two people have been sent to the emergency room.
Attacks have occurred in the Lucas Valley neighborhood.
Flyers are posted warning residents of the aggressive squirrel.
Marin Humane suggests the squirrel's behavior may be from public feeding.
- Who
- Residents of San Rafael and an aggressive squirrel
- What
- A squirrel is attacking residents
- When
- Attacks reported in the last few days
- Where
- San Rafael, California
- Why
- Possibly due to human feeding.
- Location
- San Rafael, California
- Type of animal
- Squirrel
- Injured
- At least two
- Reported by
- ABC affiliate KGO-TV
- Warnings
- Flyers posted in Lucas Valley