Crime & Safety
Black Bear In Worcester Tranquilized, Relocated: Police
The bear was seen standing over a Route 146 overpass on Sunday morning, according to state police.
WORCESTER, MA — Police tranquilized and relocated a black bear seen standing along a highway overpass in Worcester on Sunday morning.
According to state police, the bear was spotted around 8:15 a.m. Sunday along McKeon Road where it crosses over Route 146. State police, Worcester police and Environmental police all responded to contain the omnivore, using a tranquilizer to knock it out.
"The sedated bear was moved to a more accommodating location, away from major roadways and population centers. After a refreshing nap, the bear was released uninjured," state police said Monday.
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Black bears can be found widely across central Massachusetts, but usually in forested areas. Black bears sometimes wander into urban areas, especially if there's food available.
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