On Tuesday afternoon, a Dallas deputy marshal fatally shot an aggressive coyote near Reverchon Park after a citizen reported being approached by the animal while walking their dogs.
According to the City of Dallas, the deputy located the coyote and established a perimeter. When the animal moved toward a populated area of the Katy Trail, the deputy fired one round, killing it.
No injuries to people or pets were reported. The coyote’s remains will be sent to a laboratory for testing. Dallas police are investigating the incident, following department policy when an officer discharges their weapon in the line of duty…