Crime & Safety

Bear Sightings Reported in Wrightstown

Several Wrightstown residents and members of the township's Public Works Department reported seeing a bear this morning.

Several bear sightings were reported Tuesday morning in Wrightstown.

According to Newtown Township Police Department, several Wrightstown residents and members of the township’s Public Works Department reported seeing a bear this morning.

The bear was spotted on Cedar Lane, Cherry Lane and most recently on Mill Creek Road, police said. “It appears to be one lone animal wandering and has not disturbed anything or anyone,” an announcement from police said. 

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