A 4-year-old girl in Colorado Springs was hospitalized after being attacked by a coyote on Thanksgiving Day.
The incident occurred when the child, mistaking the coyote for a dog, approached the animal.
The coyote lunged at her, grabbing the back of her head and causing serious injuries. Her uncle intervened, rescuing her and scaring the animal away.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife plans to eliminate any coyotes in the area to prevent further attacks and test for rabies. Officials are reminding residents to remain vigilant regarding children and pets in areas with active wildlife.
