08/14/2022
Arizona Game and Fish Department has successfully relocated the female bear.
The bear is around one to two years old and was released in good condition at a remote location.
A young bear captured Sat. evening by @azgfdTucson being released today in good condition at a remote location. It was ear-tagged for future identification. The female, age 1-2, was sighted two dozen+ times by NW Tucson residents since Wed. Calls led to capture at Ina & La Canada pic.twitter.com/WeIXsso6B7
— AZ Game & Fish Dept (@azgfdTucson) August 14, 2022
08/13/2022
Arizona Game and Fish Department reports the bear was captured Saturday evening near Ina and La Cañada and tranquilized.
It will be relocated to a remote area.
Young black bear seen more than two dozen times since Wed. on Tucson’s NW side successfully captured by @azgfdTucson 5:30 pm today. Female, age 1-2, tranquilized & transported from near Ina & La Canada. To be released to a remote location. Made possible by prompt resident calls. pic.twitter.com/1sETsmIUJy
— AZ Game & Fish Dept (@azgfdTucson) August 14, 2022
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08/11/2022
A young bear captured Sat. evening by @azgfdTucson being released today in good condition at a remote location. It was ear-tagged for future identification. The female, age 1-2, was sighted two dozen+ times by NW Tucson residents since Wed. Calls led to capture at Ina & La Canada pic.twitter.com/WeIXsso6B7
— AZ Game & Fish Dept (@azgfdTucson) August 14, 2022
A bear was spotted in the Immaculate Heart Middle School's parking lot Wednesday evening.
The same bear, presumably, was seen near Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Thursday.
According to Oro Valley police, the bear was reported near Linda Vista Blvd. and Oracle Road.
Oro Valley Resident Jim Krumpos was on the phone after dropping his son off for a practice when he saw the bear in the parking lot. He recalls doing a "double take" but did manage to capture this footage:
Arizona Game and Fish Department, Public Information Officer Mark Hart told KGUN 9 the department believes this could be the bear spotted back in May near Fort Lowell Park.
He advises people in the area who have their expected "trash day" Friday, August 12 to not leave garbage bins outside overnight. This could potentially create an inviting environment for the wild animal.
Hart also clarified to only "stand your ground" if the bear lingers. Otherwise, let it pass on through.
Oro Valley residents: Trash attracts bears. This one was NE of Oracle & Linda Vista today. Take yours out day of pickup, not sooner. Pet food outside, bird feeders, & fallen tree fruit also attract bears. Call 623-236-7201 ASAP if seen. See https://t.co/nFCSYrvasY for more tips. pic.twitter.com/uPMAQ6LtC3
— AZ Game & Fish Dept (@azgfdTucson) August 11, 2022
If the bear does pose a threat to your safety, Hart recommends the following:
- Stand tall
- Wave your hands in the air
- Scream and shout
- Throw things at it
- Don't look it in the eyes
The public is asked to call (520) 628-5376 to report any bear sightings.
Editor's Note: The headline of this article originally included an incorrect cross street.