Coyote Spotted In Florham Park Thursday Afternoon

FLORHAM PARK, NJ — A coyote was spotted in Florham Park Thursday afternoon, and police are urging residents to be careful.

The coyote, pictured above, was spotted in the area of Leigh Drive. Police are asking residents to stay alert, and keep pets and children away. Anyone who sees the animal should not approach it.

Coyote attacks are rare, the Humane Society says, but residents should still stay away. If the animal is showing signs of rabies (like a foaming mouth), the Humane Society suggests contacting the local police or animal control department.

Image via Florham Park PD