Crime & Safety
Maine Black Bear Struck By Car, Killed In Wells
Wells police said a bear weighing at least 250 pounds was killed in a collision on Sanford Road Saturday.
WELLS, ME — A Maine black bear weighing at least 250 pounds was struck and killed by a vehicle in Wells Saturday night, according to police. The crash happened on Sanford Road in the area of Highpine Loop Road, police said. (Subscribe to Augusta Patch news alerts for breaking Maine news. iPhone/iPad users: download the new Patch app.)
The animal was killed instantly, police said. The vehicle's occupants were not hurt.
"This is a good reminder to bring in your bird feeders and secure your trash," Wells police said in a statement. "The bears are out and about right now and they are looking for food."
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Wells police posted another photo of the crash (warning: graphic).
Photos: A Maine black bear was struck and killed by a car in Wells April 15, 2017. (Credit: Wells Police Department)
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