Second Bear Sighting Reported To Police
Bear reported to be on the property of a Route 138 motel
A bear sighting, the second such incident since October, was reported this weekend, police said Tuesday. A witness reported seeing the bear around 9:50 p.m. Saturday on the property of the 38 Motel, on Route 138 just west of New Bedford Road, Sgt. Pete Lokerson said. The same person also reported seeing the same bear with two cubs the night before, Lokerson said. Police searched the area, but found no bear, Lokerson said. The witness did not say the bear was aggressive, Lokerson said. Lokerson should use common sense when encountering a bear. “Remain calm and never approach the animal. Make the bear aware of your presence by talking or clapping, and always give it an escape route,’’ he said. Garbage should be secured and kept away from …
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1:00 pm on Friday, December 21, 2012
A 175 pound bear will still tear you to pieces, if startled/threatened. Please dont downplay how dangerous they can be. more ›