Small Black Bear Spotted Near Mercer Oaks Golf Course: Police

WEST WINDSOR, NJ - A small black bear was sighted Thursday morning in West Windsor, police said.

The bear was spotted on Village Road West near Mercer Oaks Golf Course, police said.

The advisory was sent for "situational awareness" authorities said.

Bear sightings can be reported to NJDEP Fish & Wildlife at 877-927-6337

Here are some tips for residents:

• Do not feed bears
• Do not approach bears
• Do not run from bears
• Do not make direct eye contact with bears
• Remain Calm and slowly back away
• Make the bear aware of you
• Be loud: speak in an assertive voice, yell, sing, or clap your hands. If available, bang pots and pans or use an airhorn.
• Make yourself look big.
• Wave your arms.

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