Saanich Police are telling residents to be aware that there is a cougar on the prowl in the area of Elk Lake Park.
It was reported to police at around 8:00 pm that a large cat was spotted near the main walking trail on the west side of the park across from the Pat Bay Highway closest to Oldfield Road and West Saanich Road.
The BC Conservation office has been notified and police are warning people to be diligent walking the park trails.