Coyote DRAGS Boy From Driveway

A brazen “repeat offender” coyote nearly dragged a 4-year-old boy away from his grandparents’ driveway in broad daylight, exposing how failed urban policies let wild predators roam free in family neighborhoods.

Story Highlights

DNA-confirmed serial coyote attacked 4-year-old Solomon on March 31, 2026, in Carson, California, biting him twice and attempting to drag him off.
Mother Sarina Donohoo heroically intervened, saving her son from serious harm; child treated for seven superficial puncture wounds and rabies shots.
Officials euthanized the habituated animal on April 3 after capture, linking it to prior child attacks near schools.
California’s urban wildlife crisis stems from human attractants like unsecured trash, demanding personal responsibility over government excuses.

The Terrifying Attack Unfolds

On March 31, 2026, at 8:50 a.m., 4-year-old Solomon stood in his grandparents’ driveway on Moorehaven Drive in Carson while his mother unloaded groceries. Surveillance video shows a coyote charging from behind, biting his leg, knocking him down, and biting again to drag him away. The bold predator inflicted seven superficial puncture wounds on Solomon’s legs and torso before fleeing. This residential area near schools amplifies the danger to families.

Repeat Offender Linked by DNA

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) confirmed via DNA that this coyote attacked another child near a Carson elementary school on February 11, 2026. Possible links exist to a March 26 attack on a woman in Gardena and a March 30 incident at Dignity Health Sports Park. Authorities captured the animal on April 2 and humanely euthanized it on April 3 per protocol. Swift action prevented further threats, but it underscores urban habituation risks.

Heroic Family Response and Child’s Bravery

Sarina Donohoo heard her son’s screams, turned, and screamed back while rushing him inside, scaring the coyote away. Grandparents Stephanie and Stanley Fields witnessed the horror; Stephanie called it the “most horrific thing… to snatch your grandchild.” Solomon, who turned 4 in February, bravely told reporters, “He bit me. He tried to drag me.” He underwent rabies treatments but suffered no serious injuries, highlighting a mother’s instinct saving the day.

Local families, including daycare operators, now arm themselves with air horns and golf clubs for defense. Carson residents report frequent coyote sightings near parks and schools, fueling demands for better protection.

Root Causes: Human Neglect Fuels Wildlife Boldness

CDFW blames attractants like unsecured trash and pet food for drawing coyotes into urban zones. Carson borders green spaces, creating a dangerous wildlife interface. A prior August 2025 attack hospitalized a 6-year-old boy at a local park. Officials partner with USDA for trapping and urge residents to leash pets, supervise children, and secure waste. This crisis reflects failed policies ignoring personal responsibility in managing human-wildlife conflicts.

Community fear rises short-term, with heightened vigilance and defenses. Long-term, pressure mounts on CDFW for expanded trapping and education. Carson Sheriff’s Station (310-830-1123) handles attacks; non-emergencies go to CDFW (858-467-4257). Families prioritize child safety amid California’s growing urban predator problem.