Henrico County Confirms 5th Rabies Case in 2026 After Bat Tests Positive

Fifth rabies case of 2026 reported in Henrico

Bat tests positive for rabies after encounter with two dogs in the 6600 block of West Franklin Street.

Henrico confirms fifth rabies case this year after bat tests positive

The Henrico County Police Division has confirmed its fifth rabies case of 2026 after an incident involving two dogs and a bat.

Butler County health officials confirm bat tests positive for rabies, marking 4th case in past month

Butler County health officials say a bat has tested positive for rabies in West Chester, marking at least the fourth positive case in Butler County over the last two months.

Fourth bat tests positive for rabies in Butler County

Rabies is fatal, but also preventable. It can spread to people and pets through bites and scratches from an infected animal.

Henrico County confirms 5th rabies case in 2026 after bat tests positive

Henrico County leaders are notifying the public after a bat tested positive for rabies, the fifth confirmed case in the county this year.