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Bear Sighting in Littleton Temporarily Closes I-495

A black bear in captivity. AP

A portion of Interstate 495 in Littleton was closed after a bear was spotted around 3 p.m. Sunday, according to WCVB.

The bear was seen near exit 31. Officials closed the roadway in order to “remove the animal from the area.’’ Littleton police dispatcher Nicole Bevlaminck said the roadway was no longer closed at 4 p.m., but she said she was not sure of the status of the bear.

No injuries have been reported.

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