Multiple Bear Sightings in Somerset County

WATCHUNG, NJ — Multiple bear sightings have been reported across Somerset County over the past week.

In Watchung, a bear was spotted in the area of Deer Run on Sunday, Sept. 11 around 8:30 p.m.

"Remember to never approach bears and contact local authorities to report aggressive behavior," Watchung Police reported.

In Bridgewater, one bear was spotted on Sept. 5 on Glen Ridge Drive South and Van Holten Road. Another bear was spotted on Sept. 7 on Owens Court, according to Bridgewater Police Lt. Michael Maxwell.

"All reports are of a non-aggressive bear just walking in the area. The bear walked into the woods," Maxwell said.

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