More coyote attacks, incidents reported in Bellevue
2 recent coyote attacks in Bellevue area
Washington wildlife officials are keeping an eye on coyote attacks after receiving multiple reports of injuries in Bellevue.
BELLEVUE, Wash. - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is increasing patrols in Bellevue following multiple coyote attacks this week.
Timeline:
On Tuesday night, a coyote bit a child’s hand in the Factoria neighborhood. The child sustained minor injuries, was treated at a hospital, and later released. Officers located two coyotes, killing one while the other escaped. The deceased coyote was sent to the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab for evaluation.
Earlier that day, a coyote attempted to bite children at a bus stop, tearing their clothes and trying to take a backpack. Nearby adults intervened until the bus arrived. Officers responded to the scene.
On Monday, another coyote grabbed a student’s backpack near Tyee Middle School after she placed it on the sidewalk while waiting for a ride.
These incidents follow similar attacks in the Factoria and Norwood Village neighborhoods last week. WDFW believes the same coyotes were involved in all cases.
The Source: Information in this story is from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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