Rhode Island Hiker Takes Down Rabid Coyote Barehanded

A hiker in Johnston, Rhode Island, used his bare hands to kill a rabid coyote that had attacked two people in two days. The coyote first attacked a dog walker in Scituate and then bit a hiker in Johnston. The hiker managed to pin the coyote down and kill it by cutting off its air supply. Subsequent tests confirmed that the coyote was rabid, prompting health officials to urge anyone who may have had contact with the animal to seek immediate treatment. Additionally, pet owners in the affected communities were advised to ensure their pets' rabies vaccinations are up to date.