Incident Prompts Search for Coyote in Irvine Neighborhood
IRVINE, Calif. — A 10-year-old boy was bitten by a coyote while riding his bike in an Irvine neighborhood Wednesday morning. The Irvine Police Department confirmed that the boy is recovering from the incident, which occurred near a local pathway.
Authorities Collaborate to Track the Coyote
Local Animal Services and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are now working together to locate the coyote responsible. Police noted that coyotes are native to the Irvine area and frequently roam throughout the city.
Safety Tips Issued for Irvine Residents
In light of the incident, authorities shared safety tips with residents to prevent future encounters:
- Supervise Pets: Keep pets within sight when outside, and avoid leaving them unattended.
- Indoor Option for Pets: Consider keeping pets indoors in coyote-populated areas.
- Leash Rules: Use leashes of six feet or less when walking dogs, as required by law.
- Clean-Up Reminders: Remove fallen fruit and keep pet food indoors to avoid attracting coyotes.
Irvine police are advising the community to stay vigilant and report any sightings or unusual coyote behavior.
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