Overview

• DNA testing confirmed the coyote was responsible for killing three dogs and biting several others in San Francisco's Crissy Field area.
• The coyote exhibited unusual aggression towards humans, prompting safety concerns and the decision to euthanize it.
• Attempts to deter the coyote's behavior, including using a paintball gun, were unsuccessful due to its habituation to humans.
• Relocation was not considered viable due to legal restrictions and potential ecological disruption.
• Officials urge dog owners to keep pets on short leashes and dispose of trash properly to prevent further wildlife habituation.