York Regional Police and Markham Animal Services never captured or euthanized the specific coyotes involved in the incidents. Instead, following a series of attacks in the McCowan Road and 16th Avenue area, the city opted for a non-lethal coexistence strategy, focusing on public education and patrols rather than hunting the animals.A series of brazen incidents occurred in the city:Mid-May 2026: A 16-year-old girl was bitten in a residential area near Mingay and Bur Oak avenues.Late-May 2026: A 5-year-old boy was bitten on the head by a coyote at Bruce Boyd Parkette, requiring treatment at a trauma centre.Following these incidents, Markham Animal Services actively investigated the forested corridors and parkettes where the family of coyotes was living, putting up warning signs and educating residents. The city's approach relies heavily on hazing (aggressively scaring animals away) rather than lethal removal or relocation, as coyotes are deeply ingrained in the local ecosystem.Residents are still advised to strictly avoid feeding wildlife, supervise children and pets, and report concerning behavior to the authorities.