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Coyote Euthanized After Biting Child in Portland

11/9/2025

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A coyote that bit a 9-year-old child in Portland's Alameda neighborhood was captured and euthanized after DNA from the child's sock matched it.
The attack occurred on October 23 while the child played outside.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed the coyote was killed on October 31.
ODFW urged residents to educate themselves on coexisting with coyotes and to secure food sources.

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Story summary

A coyote that bit a 9-year-old child in Portland's Alameda neighborhood was captured and euthanized after DNA from the child's sock matched it.
The attack occurred on October 23 while the child played outside.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed the coyote was killed on October 31.
ODFW urged residents to educate themselves on coexisting with coyotes and to secure food sources.