HAMDEN — A large black bear was spotted on Brooksvale Avenue in Hamden early Tuesday morning, according to local police.
The bear entered an open garage of a Hamden resident before leaving the area, police said.
The Hamden Police Department shared information about the April 8 sighting on social media.
Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection offers safety tips for residents who encounter bears, including recommendations to never feed bears and to properly secure garbage.
Residents are encouraged to review the “Living With Bears Safety Tips” available on the CT DEEP website.
