Living with Coyotes in New Castle
The number of reports of coyote problems coming into the police department have decreased. This is likely the result of increased knowledge about coyote behavior and how to avoid encounters.
Remember, do not allow pets or small children outside unsupervised. Dogs should always be walked on a leash.
Residents can post individual, non-aggressive sightings online and view a map showing reported sightings for the past 6 months. A link to the form and map is provided below. Reports of aggressive behavior or unusual sightings should be made to the New Castle Police Department at 238-4422. Call 911 in an emergency.
Information on Coyotes in New Castle
Coyote Response Plan (.pdf):
http://mynewcastle.org/town-of-new-castle-coyote-response-plan-adopted-june-9-2015/
Coyote Sighting Form and Map:
https://veoci.com/veoci/p/dashboard/ukhpfx
Coyote Incident Classification and Recommended Responses: http://mynewcastle.org/coyote-incident-classification-and-recommended-responses/
Address/Location
New Castle Police Department
200 South Greeley Avenue
Chappaqua, NY 10514
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
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