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Bear Captured Near Baton Rouge Church, Set for Release

6/1/2025

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A black bear was safely captured in Baton Rouge on Friday night after wandering near Broadmoor United Methodist Church. Earlier sightings included the City of Central and the Amazon Fulfillment Center. Wildlife officials tranquilized the bear, which will undergo a health check before being released back into the wild.

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A black bear was safely captured in Baton Rouge on Friday night after wandering near Broadmoor United Methodist Church. Earlier sightings included the City of Central and the Amazon Fulfillment Center. Wildlife officials tranquilized the bear, which will undergo a health check before being released back into the wild.