Large Coyote Spotted Near Woburn's Gonsalves Park

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A large coyote was spotted roaming around the area of Woburn’s Gonsalves Park Wednesday afternoon.

The animal crossed Willow Street, proceeded through the park, and then crossed South Bedford Street near Jaycin Circle, according to a local resident.

The resident, who directly contacted the Woburn Patch, said the coyote ultimately disappeared into someone’s backyard.

Residents in the area should be on the lookout as Gonsalves Park is located near the Daniel Joyce Middle School.

The Woburn Police Department recently shared some information about co-existing with coyotes after receiving reports of multiple sightings across the city last week.

“Coyotes are drawn to neighborhoods due to human encroachment of coyote habitat and for food and water, which is generally easily available in urban and suburban areas,” according to the MSPCA.