TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The number of coyotes found dead on the east side has grown from 14 to 28 since KGUN 9 initially reported on wild animals found dead due to a poisonous substance, according to the Arizona Game and Fish Department.
KGUN 9's Eddie Celaya has been following this story and will have a new report on KGUN 9 News later today.
The animals were found in the area near the Pantano Wash from Old Spanish Trail to Houghton Road.
A week ago, Game and Fish reported that a necropsy on a javelina indicated that the poison was placed in some sort of food that would attract wildlife and dogs.
As of today, Game and Fish report the total number of animals found dead in the area at 28 coyotes, three javelina, three dogs, and a raven. The department says its investigation is ongoing.
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