In a Brooklyn neighborhood, an aggressive squirrel is causing quite a stir among parents, making life more challenging for those raising children. While parenting can be tough, it seems worse for families in Prospect Park, where a particularly bold squirrel is on the loose.
Reports from the New York Daily News highlight the alarming situation, revealing that a seven-year-old girl named Sofia Martinez was bitten by this unpredictable rodent. Thankfully, Sofia is doing fine aside from some bite marks on her arm, but the possibility of rabies has not been ruled out. Yes, you read that right—rabies. According to WABC News, this fearless creature leaped at the young girl and sunk its teeth into her arm.
Sofia described her encounter, saying, “It seemed like a flying squirrel—he jumped on my arm and started biting me, and I didn’t even have any food!” This aggressive squirrel has reportedly attacked five individuals within just a few days. Though the New York City Health Department notes that squirrels rarely carry rabies, they are keen on identifying and following up with victims. Out of the five, four have come forward, while one jogger who was also attacked has yet to make contact.
Another victim, Alex Thompson, even filmed himself feeding the aggressive creature (which raises some eyebrows) when it decided to bite him. While we sympathize, one has to wonder about the wisdom of hand-feeding a squirrel. Local residents are now on high alert, thanks to ominous flyers detailing the situation, as squirrels are notoriously sneaky.
Being an avid jogger, I can relate to the fear; encountering a squirrel unexpectedly can be quite the shock, leaving one feeling like a child who’s just been told that the Tooth Fairy might bite them in their sleep. The unpredictability of these little creatures makes them hard to trust.
In true New Yorker style, residents are finding humor in their current “squirrel crisis,” with many making light of the situation while remaining vigilant. It’s a good idea to stay alert, especially with such an aggressive animal on the prowl.
So, until this pesky squirrel is apprehended, perhaps the best course of action is to keep your windows shut and binge-watch Netflix from the safety of your home. After all, no one wants to become the next victim of this furry menace.
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Summary
In a Brooklyn neighborhood, a notably aggressive squirrel has been attacking children, including seven-year-old Sofia Martinez. Despite the rarity of rabies among squirrels, local authorities are urging victims to come forward. As residents remain vigilant, many are using humor to cope with the alarming situation. Until the squirrel is caught, keeping indoors may be the best option.