Dead Cat on Rt. 2 Several Years Ago

Several years ago, my wife and I were traveling west down Rt 2, and we saw what was almost certainly a dead mountain lion on the side of the highway, between exit 10 and exit 12 (Glastonbury/Marlborough area). We got off the exit, and came back around again to get another look, but were unable to stop due to traffic. I would guess that it was in the 100 lb. range (comparing it with my dog), but it was the long, thick tail that was most identifiable. The next day it was gone from the highway. My wife and I were both convinced that it was a mountain lion - the tail was like nothing you'd see on any other animal in this area.

Also, a few months ago I was chatting with a woman who was passing through Colchester on Rt. 2, and she said "you're going to think I'm crazy, but I KNOW I saw a mountain lion on Rt. 2 in Colchester!" I assured her that I didn't think she was crazy...