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Three Baby Raccoons Rescued From Wall of San Francisco’s Chase Center

Animal control officers freed the trapped kits on Sunday, transferring them to a wildlife rehabilitation center as spring wildlife rescue calls surge.

Overview

  • San Francisco Animal Care and Control rescued three baby raccoons from a wall at the Chase Center on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
  • Two raccoons were freed quickly, while the third required officers to remove a tile to safely extract it.
  • The raccoons were transferred to Yggdrasil Urban Wildlife Rescue for rehabilitation and care.
  • Officials emphasize preventive measures like sealing entry points and trimming tree branches to deter wildlife from entering buildings.
  • California law prohibits trapping and relocating wildlife, advocating instead for humane solutions that address food, water, and shelter attractants.