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Cougar spotted near West Vancouver elementary school

West Vancouver Police are warning a large cougar was spotted near Ridgeview Elementary School around noon Thursday.

Police issue warning to keep children and pets indoors

A large cougar was spotted in West Vancouver on Thursday. (The Associated Press)

West Vancouver Police are warning a large cougar was spotted near Ridgeview Elementary School around noon Thursday.

"Please keep small children and pets inside," said a tweet from West Vancouver Police.

The school is located near the intersection of 12th Avenue and Kings Street.

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Google Maps: 12th Avenue and Kings Street