The Saanich Police Department is warning residents after a bear was spotted in the 400-block of Haliburton Terrace on Sunday evening.
According to police, the bear was first seen at approximately 8 p.m. on Oct. 18. The non-aggressive bear was last seen in the 400-block of Highgate Road.
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Police were dispatched to the scene but could not locate the bear and advised the B.C. Conservation Officer Service of the reported sightings.
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Residents of the area and parents of children who may be playing the area are advised to be aware of this sighting.
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