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Princeton NJ Police Department
Friday May 15th, 2026 :: 10:43 p.m. EDT

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Black Bear sighting in the area of Heather Lane between Cherry Valley Rod and Great Road.

Black Bear sighting in the area of Heather Lane between Cherry Valley Road and Great Road. Do not approach bear. If sighted move away and remain indoors with doors locked. Keep pets indoors. 

Instructions:

Black Bear sighting in the area of Heather Lane between Cherry Valley Road and Great Road. Do not approach bear. If sighted move away and remain indoors with doors locked. Keep pets indoors.

Address/Location
Princeton NJ Police Department
1 Valley Rd
Princeton, NJ 08542

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Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 609-921-2100

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Alert Details

Severity:
Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
Urgency:
Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
Certainty:
Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:
General emergency and public safety
Event:
Ongoing Investigation

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