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County officials respond to November coyote attack at UTC

East County News Service
 
A coyote peers out from near Cowles Mountain in 2023. Photo by Karen Pearlman
 
Dec. 4, 2025 (San Diego County) -- San Diego County officials are sharing information in response to a recent coyote attack that took place in the Westview UTC mall parking lot on Nov. 25.
 
The coyote attack injured two children and has prompted a coordinated response by the county and partner agencies to ensure public safety.
 
The coyote has since been euthanized, county officials say. The animal tested negative for rabies.
 

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SPOT A COYOTE

 

By Shauni Lyles, County of San Diego Communications Office

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October 22, 2023 (San Diego) -- Are you seeing more urban coyotes in your neighborhood? If so, don’t panic! The County’s Department of Animal Services (DAS) has some tips to keep them away and help you, your family and pets stay safe.


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COYOTE ATTACKS 12-YEAR-OLD IN SPRING VALLEY

 

Recent coyote attacks on large dogs in East County also reported; area residents suggest packs are becoming more aggressive

 

By Miriam Raftery

 

June 28, 2010 (Spring Valley) – A coyote attacked a 12-year-old girl shortly before 9:30 this evening at 9119 Jamacha Road in Spring Valley, just one block from the Spring Valley Library and La Presa Middle School, Heartland Dispatch and the San Diego Sheriff's office have confirmed.  


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