Victoria police are warning people who live in Esquimalt that a cougar has been spotted in the area.
VicPD says it was called to the 300-block of Plaskett Place around 8:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Just after 8:30pm last night, we attended to the 300-block of Plaskett Place after the report of a cougar sighting. 1/2
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) August 28, 2016
The cougar was last seen in the Work Point property.
Police are urging residents to be extra cautious while in the area.
Cougar was last seen in the Work Point Property. Please use caution while outside in the Sake Point and Fleming Beach areas. 2/2 #yyj
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) August 28, 2016
B.C. RCMP say cougars occasionally stray into residential areas and shouldn’t be approached.
The last reported cougar sighting was at a woman’s home on Whiffin Spit earlier this month. The big cat came up onto the deck and peered through her window.
The Conservation Officer Service asks anyone who spots a cougar to report the sighting to their RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277.
You can find more information on cougar safety guidelines here.
