City of Ottawa investigating report of person injured by coyote

Ottawa City Hall (CTV News Ottawa)

The City of Ottawa is investigating a report of a person who was injured by a coyote near Lalande Conservation Park in Orléans.

The city says they have been monitoring a coyote den in the area and is advising residents to heed warning and restriction signage nearby.

“The area surrounding the coyote dens has been posted with warning signs for several weeks and was recently updated to include ‘No Public Entry’ signage,” Nick Stow, program manager of natural systems and strategic initiatives department, told said in a statement.

Ottawa paramedics told CTV News Ottawa on Thursday that they had not received any recent calls for coyote-related injuries.

In April, Ottawa police put out a statement on social media advising of two “brazen coyotes” spotted near Lalande Conservation Park.

Stow says coyote sighting should be reported to 311, and residents should contact 911 if wildlife poses an immediate threat to public safety.

“If a wild animal scratches or bites and breaks the skin, Ottawa Public Health should be contacted,” Stow said.

According to Stow, residents should take the following precautions when encountered by aggressive wildlife:

• Never approach or attempt to touch the animal
• Do not turn your back or run from the animal
• Back away slowly while remaining calm
• Stand tall, wave your arms, and make loud noises
• Carry a flashlight when walking at night

Stow also say residents should avoid wooded areas, especially after dark.

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