Key facts
- Wild turkeys attacked an 83-year-old woman and her dog in Alameda.
- Police have issued warnings to residents to keep a safe distance from the turkeys.
- Residents are advised not to tempt the turkeys by leaving out bird seed or fallen fruit.
Aggressive wildlife encounters can pose risks to public safety and require community awareness and preventative measures. This situation highlights the need for residents to understand how to coexist with urban wildlife and avoid actions that could provoke or attract animals.