Young fox rescued from a pit after fall by RSPCA near Redcar

The fox is now on the mend after being found injured and trapped in a pit at an industrial site in Wilton, near Redcar. 

Workers at the site spotted the fox curled up and unresponsive, prompting an urgent call to the RSPCA on Wednesday (November 6).

Using a blanket, RSPCA inspector Clare Wilson, carried the fox out of the pit and took him directly to a nearby veterinary centre. 

Clare Wilson rescuing the injured young fox (Image: RSPCA) Early assessments indicate that the fox may have been struck by a car before falling into the pit. 

Clare Wilson said: "We received a report about a fox who appeared to have fallen down a pit at the site and was curled up at the bottom and unable to move.

"The poor guy appeared dazed and immobile and was clearly injured. The kind staff fed him some chicken but soon realised he needed specialist help.

“I climbed down the steps and into the pit and picked him up in a blanket before transferring him to the vets.

"His back end is very weak as though he has been hit by a car and then presumably stumbled into this pit, so he really has had a terrible time!

“Thankfully, he is now receiving the care he needs at the vets and they are hopeful he will make a good recovery.

"Luckily, he doesn’t appear to have any broken bones so he is currently on antibiotics and pain relief and then once he’s a little more stable, we will transfer him to a wildlife centre for further rehabilitation.”

The young, injured fox is now thankfully back on the mend (Image: RSPCA) Foxes frequently end up in the care of RSPCA wildlife centres due to accidents, entanglements, or illness.

Rebecca Machin, an RSPCA wildlife expert, advised the public on what to do if they encounter an injured fox.

She said: “If you find a sick or injured fox, do not try to handle the fox yourself."

Recommending that people use a broom to gently check if the animal moves before calling the RSPCA helpline for assistance.

With the season’s shorter days and colder weather, animals are at higher risk on the roads, where reduced visibility can lead to accidents.

The RSPCA urges drivers to be vigilant in areas marked with wildlife signs, and if they hit an animal, to stop safely, turn on hazard lights, and seek assistance through a local rescue or veterinary service.