Black Bear Spotted Roaming Sullivan
Wed, 06/14/2023 - 9:28pm
A black bear was spotted Wednesday roaming the streets of Sullivan.
The cub was first observed near Buffalo Cemetery on North Mansion Street.
Photos later show the bear walking around Maple Street.
The Missouri Department of Conservation has said bears are migrating into the area.
A bear was killed on Interstate 55 in Festus on May 23.
A black bear was observed May 30 in Salem.
MDC said the black bear population is quickly growing and the potential for sightings and encounters