Police are investigating a mountain lion sighting in the area of the 700 block of North Hampton Drive. Residents are encouraged to avoid the area. Animal Control Officers and the Department of Fish and Game are responding. The mountain lion has not displayed aggresive behavior. Police are on scene and monitoring the situation.
If you see a mountain lion in Palo Alto, please call 9-1-1 immediately and stay away from them. For more safety tips on mountain lions, including detailed instructions on what to do if you encounter one, please see: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/pol/as/wildlife/mlions.asp.
