No coyote DNA found on California boy, authorities say – The Mercury News

The 10-year-old boy who was reportedly bitten by a coyote on his way to school in Irvine on Tuesday, Oct. 22, tested negative for coyote DNA, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced Thursday.

“Coyote DNA was not found on the clothing,” said Tim Daly, a spokesman for Fish and Wildlife. “Dog DNA was found.”