Coyote Attacks Reported In Fairfield: Animal Control

FAIRFIELD, CT — Fairfield Animal Control and the Fairfield Police Department are monitoring reports of concerning coyote activity in the Mill Hill Road area and surrounding neighborhoods.

Recent sightings and encounters have been reported in the 1200-1300 block of Mill Hill Road, the 1600 block of Bronson Road, Whites Hill Lane and nearby open space trails, authorities wrote on Facebook.

Over the past several days, authorities have received multiple reports of a coyote approaching people, vehicles, homes and dogs. The coyote has attacked dogs of varying sizes, including larger dogs, according to officials.

The incidents have occurred in residential neighborhoods and nearby open space areas.

"Of particular concern, the coyote has remained in the area following some of these encounters and has shown little fear of people," officials wrote. "This is not typical coyote behavior, and residents are asked to use additional caution."

Residents who live in or walk through the area are advised to keep pets indoors whenever possible and not leave them outside unattended, regardless of their size or whether a yard is fenced. Dogs should be kept on a leash and close to their owners while outside, including on open space trails.

Officials also advised residents not to approach, follow, corner or attempt to interact with the coyote. Outdoor food sources, including pet food and unsecured garbage, should be removed, and residents should not intentionally feed coyotes or other wildlife.

Anyone who sees the coyote should keep their distance and contact Fairfield Animal Control at 203-254-4857. If Animal Control is not on duty, residents can call the Fairfield Police Department's non-emergency line at 203-254-4800.

"Fairfield Animal Control and the Fairfield Police Department are aware of the situation and will continue to monitor activity in the area," officials said. "Please continue to report sightings so we can track the coyote's activity and location."