Collier County health officials still looking for couple who handled bats

The Florida Department of Health in Collier County is still looking for the couple who handled a rabid bat.  The bat was found outside a store at the Gulf Gate Plaza on Wednesday, January 10, 2018. The bat was taken to a local veterinary clinic by a man and woman, approximately 50-70 years-of-age, who may be visiting from Switzerland. DOH-Collier is seeking to identify these individuals to test them for rabies.  If you, a family member or someone you know handled a bat found at the Gulf Gate Plaza please immediately contact DOH-Collier at 239-252-8226 during regular business hours or 239-293-3010 after hours.