Father Saves Daughter from Rabid Beaver Attack at Georgia Lake

TL;DR
A young girl swimming in Lake Lanier in Georgia was bitten in the leg by a large, rabid beaver. The girl's father intervened and killed the beaver. The beaver tested positive for rabies, and signs warning of the positive test will be posted in the area. The victim's identity and condition have not been released.
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