Bear in Hartford Tree Tranquilized and Relocated

A black bear that was in a tree in the Blue Hills neighborhood of Hartford has been safely removed and relocated.

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection responded and tranquilized the bear spotted in a tree on Colebrook Street in Hartford.

DEEP officials tranquilized the bear and relocated it to "more comfy surroundings," Hartford Deputy Chief Brian Foley said, adding that the bear is safe.

Contact Us