Black bear spotted in Burlington, near Elon University

NC Wildlife has been alerted, community members advised to keep pets indoors

By Kyra O'Connor | 6/14/22 11:22am

Photo by Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash.

According to an E-alert sent out June 14 at 10:45 a.m., a black bear was spotted in the area of Saddle Club Road and Pineway Drive in Burlington, about three minutes from Elon University.

The Burlington Police Department sent out a tweet alerting community members. According to the tweet, “NC Wildlife” has been alerted, and community members are advised not to pressure the bear to move or to feed the bear. Until further notice, the tweet also advises pets to stay indoors.

Please be aware a large black bear has been spotted in the area of Saddle Club Rd/Pineway Dr in Burlington,NC. NC Wildlife has been contacted and they advised to stay away from the animal, do not pressure it to move along,do not feed the animal, and keep your pets inside. Thanks!
— Burlington Police-NC (@BurlingtonNC_PD) June 14, 2022

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