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Bear sightings in NE and SW Roanoke, police advise not approaching

Bear sightings in NE and SW Roanoke (Courtesy: Roanoke Police) (Copyright 2022 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.)

ROANOKE, Va. – Beware of the bear!

Roanoke police say they have gotten several calls about bear sightings near Hershberger Road NE & Carlton Road SW.

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“We have notified the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Until they respond, keep animals/children inside and check your surroundings,” the department said in a tweet.

Police advise not approaching the bears.


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