Coyotes Removed from Area after Attack
Coyotes Removed from Area after Attack
(May 28, 2025) FRISCO, TX – On May 26, 2025, at approximately 4:05 p.m., a Frisco resident was walking with her daughter in the area of Lacy Lane and Tall Timbers Trail, within the Lexington Park Community. The 8-year-old daughter was walking ahead of her mother and was attacked by a coyote. She suffered non-life-threatening injuries to include scratches and a bite. The mother was able to quickly chase the coyote away without further incident.
Frisco Animal Services Officers, with the assistance of representatives from the United States Department of Agriculture Texas Wildlife Services Program, responded to investigate the incident. As a part of that investigation, and in accordance with the department’s Urban Wildlife Management Plan, they were able to locate and remove three coyotes from that neighborhood in the early morning hours on May 28, 2025, The animals were sent for testing.
Frisco residents are encouraged to use the following guidelines to avoid interaction with an aggressive coyote:
While walking or jogging consider carrying something that makes a loud noise to scare off an animal; such as an airhorn or whistle.
If you walk small animals, ensure they are on a leash.
Do not allow domesticated animals to roam free outdoors.
Do not approach or feed wildlife and keep trash in a secure container.
Anyone who observes what appears to be an aggressive animal should contact the Frisco Police Department at (972) 292-6010 or call 911.
