Crime & Safety

Bear Sighted In Morris Township, But It's Not Aggressive: Police

The bear was found in the Cromwell neighborhood off of Park Avenue.

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ — A "non-aggressive" bear was sighted Saturday morning in Morris Township, police said. The bear was reported in the Cromwell neighborhood off of Park Avenue.

Police advised the public to stay away from the bear and report if it becomes aggressive. Don't leave pets outside unattended.

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