Crime & Safety

Small Coyote Seen Near Eric Smith Middle School: Police

BREAKING: Police are monitoring the area.

RAMSEY, NJ — A small coyote, or a red fox, was seen near Eric Smith Middle School Wednesday morning, police said.

Authorities issued an alert about the animal sighting at 7:13 a.m.

Police are monitoring the area.

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Anyone who sees a coyote, fox or other potentially dangerous animal near a populated area should call the police department at 201-327-2400.


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