P-22, a mountain lion and also Los Angeles area’s most renowned wild animal, will be captured and evaluated for possibly “exhibiting signs of distress” including killing a leashed Chihuahua last month and attacking another Chihuahua last week, California wildlife officials said Thursday.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife said it plans to capture the lion for a health evaluation after which “CDFW veterinarians and (National Park Service) biologists will determine the best next steps for the animal while also prioritizing the safety of the surrounding communities.”
The news release did not say what the next steps could be, but Fish and Wildlife spokesperson Tim Daly said, “No options are off the table.”
