bear cub spotted in slc avenues neighborhood, wildlife officials were searching for days

A young bear cub was spotted hiding in a tree in Salt Lake City’s Avenues neighborhood after reportedly becoming separated from its family.

According to a community source, wildlife officials had been searching for the cub for several days and planned to tranquilize and relocate it once safely located. The cub’s condition and outcome have not yet been officially confirmed.

Residents should keep their distance and contact wildlife authorities if they encounter a bear.