A 13-year-old girl was bitten by a coyote Monday in the front yard of her Watertown home, according to Connecticut environmental officials. The attack was unprovoked, and family members scared off the animal before taking the girl to a hospital. Officers searched the area but didn’t locate the coyote. DEEP says sightings are increasing statewide as coyotes thrive on abundant food. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items and report unusual animal behavior.