Cornelius Police are warning residents who use the McDowell Creek Greenway to be on the lookout after a woman walking her dog spotted several coyotes Monday, May 30.

The woman spotted several coyotes while on a walk from the Birkdale area to the Alexander Chase neighborhood.

Police sent out a phone message alerting residents of the sighting. No injuries have been reported but police are asking residents to use caution when on the greenway and avoid approaching any animals they see.

Police are working with state wildlife officials, but it is unclear how long it could take to get rid of the coyotes.