A report of a possible cougar sighting near Semiahmoo Trail Elementary brought police and conservation officers to the quiet South Surrey neighbourhood Monday evening. What they found, however, was something far less unique.

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The school is surrounded by nature on three sides, including an urban forest to the east.

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Reports of dangerous wildlife in an urban area should be made to the B.C. governmentsa国际传媒檚 24-hour RAPP tipline at 1-877-952-RAPP.

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