TOWNSEND — The Townsend Police Department is warning residents in the Mason and Greenville Road area to take precautions after a large black bear, estimated to weigh about 400 pounds, was spotted multiple times in recent days.
According to a statement from the department, the most recent sighting occurred Sunday, Aug. 10, around 5:30 p.m. while people were outside grilling.
“For everyone’s safety — especially if you have children or pets — please take these precautions for at least the next week: remove all bird feeders, secure and store trash, and close all doors, including garage doors,” police advised…