WOOSTER — A black bear was spotted on a security camera in an Ohio neighborhood this week.
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The Wooster Police Department (WPD) posted the video on its social media page.
It showed the bear by a wheelbarrow outside a house.
“While this is exciting news, please take precautions to stay safe and bear-proof your backyard if you see one in your area,” the department said on Facebook.
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This isn’t the first bear sighting News Center 7 has covered.
Over the last week, there have been several reports of bear sightings in Clark, Montgomery, Champaign, and Greene counties.
A wildlife expert said they can travel up to 40 miles in a day, and this guy is likely looking for a mate or a new place to call home.
If you see a black bear, contact the Ohio Division of Wildlife at this website.
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