Rabid coyote attacks dog and owner in Overlea park

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A rabid coyote attacked a dog owner and their dog in an Overlea park Wednesday.

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Baltimore County's health department is warning residents after the attack, which happened Oct. 21 at Holt Park off of Elmont Avenue.

County police found the coyote, which tested positive for rabies.

The coyote was euthanized, said the health department.

The health department is warning people to avoid interacting with wildlife.

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