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Rabid Foxes in Roland Park Spark Health Alert
10 Jun
Summary
- Two rabid foxes found near Stoney Run Park in Roland Park.
- Health officials are contacting individuals exposed to the animals.
- Residents near the park are urged to check pets for bites and vaccinations.
Two rabid foxes were discovered in Baltimore's Roland Park on Tuesday, prompting an alert from the City Health Department. Animal Control believes five other foxes in the vicinity may have originated from the same den. One rabid fox was found near Overhill Road and Meadow Lane, with another located on Linkwood Road. Both locations are adjacent to Stoney Run Park.
Health officials are actively engaged in contacting any individuals who may have had direct exposure to these animals. They are also advising residents living near Stoney Run Park to meticulously inspect their pets for any unusual wounds or potential bites. Ensuring all household pets are current with their rabies vaccinations is a critical recommendation, given the virus's severe and potentially lethal nature if untreated.
This incident follows a previous rabies scare in October 2025, when a rabid raccoon entered a Baltimore middle school. Staff successfully contained the animal until Animal Control services arrived. For those who may have handled the foxes in Roland Park, health officials provided contact numbers for assistance during and after business hours.
