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I don't normally frequent these parts, but I'd thought I'd share...

Cougar sighting in Champlin

As Champlin Police Sgt. Bob Penney was finishing up his overnight shift Saturday, the dog watch shift's routine was broken by a stray cat.

A cougar, actually.

Penney and Officer Jeff Martin spotted the wildcat as it loped across Hwy. 169, east toward the Mississippi River.

The cat, about 6 feet from head to rump, evaded their headlights and crossed into a residential area along East River Parkway. Traffic was very light, and there were no walkers or runners about; however, a car did slow for the cat on Hwy. 169.

Penney warned residents to keep an especially close eye on their small children and pets for awhile.

MARIA ELENA BACA