Coyote Behind 5 Attacks in East Bay Caught, Euthanized

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The same coyote responsible for five attacks over the past several months in the Lamorinda area of the East Bay has been caught and euthanized, authorities said Friday.
A multi-agency team of wildlife management professionals and local law enforcement caught and euthanized the coyote, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed.
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The first known attack involving the coyote happened back in July. Two more attacks occurred in December. The fourth and fifth attacks occurred last month.
In the most recent attack, the coyote bit a man Feb. 19 across from the Quik Stop in Lafayette, according to police.

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