Overview
- The child, identified as 3-year-old Salvo Bessemer, ran back through the gate of his Tamarac Drive home on Monday as the coyote followed; he was not injured.
- The boy’s mother, Aida Svelto, screamed and the animal turned away, though it lingered nearby and watched from vegetation before leaving.
- Pasadena Humane’s Kevin McManus said the coyote’s actions in the video did not show aggressive or hunting behavior, emphasizing that everyone is safe.
- Experts note mating season through March increases daytime movement and bolder behavior, and they recommend hazing, securing trash and removing pet food.
- The family plans stricter precautions for their son and small dog, and officials advise reporting aggressive encounters to local agencies or CDFW.