Sullivan's Island Police have issued a warning to the public about possible coyote on the island.
Here's the message posted on Sunday:
There have been several sightings of coyotes on the island recently.Please protect vulnerable pets and secure all outside food sources (pet food, open garbage). Next week Town staff will be contacting the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources to discuss guidance on handling the situation.
Coyotes are not uncommon in the area. Signs around Mount Pleasant warn residents about the animals. They are not generally regarded as aggressive unless the animal is rabid or is provoked.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here