Overview
- Ventura County deputies fielded multiple calls of a bear in a Fillmore neighborhood near B Street and Blaine Avenue and watched the animal as it moved through yards.
- The bear was seen roaming, resting, and lingering on private property, which drew continued reports from residents.
- Deputies notified the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, which held off at first because the animal was not judged an immediate threat.
- Wildlife officers later tranquilized the bear for evaluation, noted a possible minor injury near its nose, and plan to tag and relocate it.
- Officials urged people to stay indoors, give the animal space, secure trash, and keep pets inside or on a leash to reduce the risk of future encounters in the area.