A raccoon captured this week in Decatur has tested positive for rabies, prompting city and county officials to issue an alert to residents.

A resident called city police Tuesday to report seeing the sick animal in the Dearborn-Park Drive area on the southeastern side of the city.

A DeKalb County animal control officer was able to trap the animal, Decatur police Capt. Kris Boyett said.

Rabies test results came back positive Friday morning. The raccoon did not attack any people or pets, and there have been no other reports of sick animals.

"Any time there is an animal that tests positive for rabies, we want to remind people to be more vigilant," Boyett said.

Anyone who has been bitten or scratched by a wild animal should seek medical attention, officials said.

They also urged people to monitor their pets for aggressive or nervous behavior, or excessive drooling or foaming at the mouth.

All are signs of more advanced forms of the disease.

Pet owners should also make sure their pets are up to date on their vaccinations.