The 10-year-old boy who was bitten by a coyote in Irvine tested negative for coyote DNA, as determined by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Instead, dog DNA was found on the boy's clothing, leading to questions about the true nature of the incident. The spokesman, Tim Daly, confirmed that a coyote was not detected in the area despite trappers searching for days, emphasizing that the investigation is ongoing and highlighting the community's safety.
Sgt. Karie Davies explained that the boy felt something on his lower leg while stopping to remove his jacket, leading him to realize he had been bitten. After arriving at school, he immediately reported the incident and received medical treatment for a minor skin break, which appears to corroborate the child's statement about the coyote running away from him. The investigation by Fish and Wildlife adds layers of complexity to the understanding of the encounter.
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