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Bear Spotted In Westfield Park, Police Say

Westfield Police urge residents to use extreme caution if they are near the park Wednesday afternoon due to a bear sighting.

WESTFIELD, NJ — A bear was spotted in Brightwood Park in Westfield, according to a Nixle alert from Westfield Police Wednesday afternoon.

Westfield Police said residents should use extreme caution if they are in the area of the park. Brightwood Park is located on 1175 Prospect Street.

Residents are urged to report any bear sightings to the Westfield Department immediately.

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A bear was also spotted last week in Westfield.

Read more: Black Bear Sighted In Westfield Thursday Morning, Police Say

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