Police Intervene as Raccoons Overrun Washington Woman's Home

A North Kitsap woman calls authorities after being surrounded by nearly 100 aggressive raccoons she had been feeding for decades.

The woman, who had fed raccoons for over 38 years, found herself besieged by an unprecedented number of the animals.
Authorities responded to the unusual call, noting the raccoons had become aggressive and demanding.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is assisting, providing resources to manage the raccoon population.
Officials stress that while feeding wildlife is not illegal, it can lead to unintended problems and attract predators.
No laws were broken, but experts advise against feeding wild animals due to potential health and safety risks.