Public health officials in Seattle have urged fans of a viral raccoon known as Jimothy not to search for, feed or interact with the animal, warning that despite his internet fame, he remains a wild raccoon that could pose health risks to people and pets.
Jimothy became an internet sensation after security camera footage from Seattle's Ballard neighbourhood spread widely across social media. Believed to have a rare genetic condition known as short spine syndrome, his distinctive hunched gait has inspired artwork, tattoos, fan tributes and even civic celebrations.
