Rhode Island Hiker Fights Off Rabid Coyote Barehanded
TL;DR
A hiker in Rhode Island was attacked by a rabid coyote while hiking and managed to kill the animal with his bare hands after being bitten on the leg. The coyote later tested positive for rabies, and authorities suspect it was involved in another attack. Officials are urging anyone who came into contact with the coyote to seek medical attention, as rabies can be fatal without post-exposure vaccines.
- Rhode Island hiker kills rabid coyote with bare hands CANOE
- A rabid coyote likely attacked 2 Rhode Islanders just a day apart in neighboring towns CNN
- Hiker Kills Rabid Coyote After Being Bitten on Leg During Attack PEOPLE
- Coyote attacks in 2 R.I. towns likely single rabid animal, officials say The Boston Globe
- Hiker attacked by coyote kills it with bare hands WPRI.com
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