Date uploaded: 2022-04-07 13:44:04

A fox that tormented lawmakers this week, including biting Rep. Ami Bera and a journalist at Politico, was euthanized and tested positive for rabies. "The DC Public Health lab has confirmed the fox that was captured yesterday tested positive for the rabies virus," a statement from the department said, according to multiple reports. "DC Health is contacting all human victims who were bitten by the fox," the department added. According to NBC, the department said the fox was responsible for "9 confirmed bites on Capitol Hill" and was euthanized so rabies testing could be done. The positive result came back Wednesday night. Tap the link in bio to read more. 📸 U.S. Capitol Police via @apnews #capitolfox