Mountain lion tranquilized by wildlife officials after being found in San Dimas neighborhood
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Key Points:
- Wildlife officials and sheriff's deputies responded to a report of a wounded mountain lion in a residential area of San Dimas, California, early Friday morning.
- The animal was found sitting under a tree near Foothill Boulevard, prompting authorities to close nearby streets and set up a perimeter for public safety.
- Despite warnings, numerous onlookers gathered at the scene, leading officials to urge residents to secure pets and remove outdoor food to avoid attracting wildlife.
- A wildlife official successfully sedated the mountain lion with a tranquilizer dart after the animal initially resisted, allowing it to be safely transported from the area by late morning.
