Community Alert: Black Bear Sighted in Downtown Vicksburg

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This morning, a black bear was observed in a tree outside the old courthouse in downtown Vicksburg. While the sighting is unusual, the Vicksburg Police Department urges residents to remain calm and avoid approaching or feeding the bear.

For your safety and that of your pets, please steer clear of the area. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) has been informed and advises that the best course of action is to let the bear leave on its own without human intervention.

Police officers are patrolling the vicinity to alert pedestrians about the situation. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors if they are nearby and to ensure their pets are secured.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping to maintain a safe environment for all.

Sourced from Chief Penny Jones of Vicksburg Police.

Black Bear Spotted in a treePhoto byVicksburg Police Department