Coyote standing on suburban street edge staring at viewer with matted fur and long shadows

Coyote Attack in Warwick Township Sparks Search

At a Glance

  • A coyote attacked a person on Dec. 28 in Warwick Township, Chester County.
  • The victim sought medical care; condition undisclosed.
  • Officials are searching for the animal and unsure if it is rabid.
  • Why it matters: Residents in the area are urged to avoid contact and report sightings to protect public safety.

A coyote attacked a person on Sunday, Dec. 28, on Warwick Furnace Road, prompting a rapid response from local authorities and the Pennsylvania Game Commission.

Incident Details

The attack occurred on Warwick Furnace Road, and the victim was taken to a medical facility. Officials have not released information about the victim’s condition or the severity of the injuries.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is leading the search for the animal, which authorities have not confirmed as rabid.

Residents are advised not to attempt to catch or engage with the coyote.

  • Seek medical care if bitten or injured
  • Do not approach the animal
  • Call the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225

What Residents Should Do

Officials have issued a public safety advisory urging the community to stay away from the coyote and report any sightings.

Concerned resident holding a warning sign with blurred suburban houses and faint coyote footprints.

Key Takeaways

  • A coyote attacked a person on Dec. 28 in Warwick Township.
  • The animal’s rabies status is unknown; authorities are searching for it.
  • Residents should avoid contact and call 610-344-6225 if they encounter a coyote.

The search continues as authorities work to locate the coyote and ensure community safety.

Author

  • I’m Michael A. Turner, a Philadelphia-based journalist with a deep-rooted passion for local reporting, government accountability, and community storytelling.

    Michael A. Turner covers Philadelphia city government for Newsofphiladelphia.com, turning budgets, council votes, and municipal documents into clear stories about how decisions affect neighborhoods. A Temple journalism grad, he’s known for data-driven reporting that holds city hall accountable.

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