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NPD report possible cougar sighting in Perrier Road

Nelson Daily Staff
By Nelson Daily Staff
August 26th, 2015

Nelson Police report the department received a complaint of a possible sighting of a cougar in the Perrier Lane/Silverking Road area Wednesday morning.

Sergeant Corey Hoy said the possible sighting occurred in the 2400 block of Perrier Road early Sunday morning.

“Information received was that cougar was sighted in the area on August 23, 2015 at approximately 3 a.m. and that the cougar was last seen heading towards Perrier Lane/Silverking Road area,” Hoy said.

Hoy said Nelson Police Department would like to remind anyone coming into contact with a cougar that does not run away, to stay calm, stand their ground and do not back down. 

“Back away slowly if possible and when safe to do so,” Hoy said.

“Pick up children, but DO NOT BEND DOWN, TURN YOUR BACK OR RUN. Running triggers an innate predatory response in cougars which could lead to an attack.”

Hoy said people should raise their voice and speak firmly.

“Raise your arms to make yourself look larger, clap your hands, and throw something you might have in your hands,” Hoy said.

“Do not bend down to pick up any items to throw.  This action may trigger a pounce response in a cougar.”

Anyone seeing a cougar should report sightings to the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277 or the Nelson Police Department at 250-354-3919.

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