‘Chill’ bear spotted in Oregon Hill
Animal control officials in Richmond are attempting to contain a bear that was spotted wandering through back yards and climbing trees in Oregon Hill early Thursday.
“The bear was pretty chill,” said Romain Lheritier, a Fan resident who spotted the animal near the intersections of S Laurel and Albemarle streets while running a little after 7 a.m. “It’s difficult to think they are dangerous because they look so fluffy and nice."
Lheritier said animal care and control responded quickly.
As of 9 a.m., VCU Police and a city animal control vehicle were parked in an Oregon Hill alleyway, warning passersby to avoid the area.
Officials said they were waiting for assistance from state game authorities.
Contact Reporter Ned Oliver at noliver@richmonder.org
