Fans trying to get a glimpse of famous sea otter in Santa Cruz raise safety concerns

Remember Otter 841?

She's the viral sensation that has been spotted damaging surfboards, and evading capture from U.S. Fish and Wildlife officials in Santa Cruz.

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The otter has grown to be quite the attraction. But now, many are concerned about people harassing sea otters in the area. 

NBC Bay Area’s Audrey Asistio has the story in video player above.

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