Article updated: 11/3/2011 1:56 PM

Coyote attack spurs warnings in Aurora

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Aurora authorities are cautioning residents about a series of coyote sightings in the city and a recent attack on a small dog in a southeast-side neighborhood.

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A coyote attack that killed a small dog Tuesday prompted Aurora Animal Control officials to urge residents to take extra precautions. Authorities on Wednesday said they've received six reports of coyote sightings this week, most in far southeast-side neighborhoods near rural or wooded areas.