Alert
Black Bear Sighting Information
Black Bear Sighting Information ![](/static/Citizen-24_02_1/img/public/msg_expiration.png)
On 7/21/24 a black bear has been sighted numerous times throughout Maplewood. It is not necessary to contact the police on this matter. Please visit the NJ Fish and Wildlife website for bear safety tips. If you wish to report its movements you can contact 1-877-927-6337.
Instructions:
Visit NJ Fish and Wildlife website for more information on bear safety tips
Address/Location
Maplewood Police Department NJ
1618 Springfield Ave
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 973-762-3400
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
- Category:
- General emergency and public safety
- Event:
- Ongoing Investigation