Please be aware that the Mundelein Police Department is currently investigating two incidents concerning area pets being attacked by coyotes. We are working with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Lake County Health Department to address this issue.
We ask that all residents practice the following safety precautions:
Do not leave children or pets outside unattended especially during hours of darkness.
Do not leave pet food outside. This invites wildlife into your yard which may attract animals and/or coyotes.
Keep your garbage in a storage facility or in a tightly sealed container. Clean garbage cans regularly to reduce residual odors by using hot water and chlorine bleach.
Eliminate the availability of birdseed. Coyotes are attracted to the concentration of birds and rodents that come to feeders.
If you see a coyote, make loud noises, waive your arms, but do NOT approach them.
For additional information on coyotes and other nuisance wildlife, please go to www.mundelein.org/police and select “Services/ Wildlife Animal Control.”
Please call the Mundelein Police Department at 847-968-4600 with any questions or concerns.