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Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department

CHILLUM, Md. — Paramedic Engine 844 from Chillum assisted the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Prince George’s County Police in safely removing a bear from a tree on the 8300 block of Tahona Drive.

Officials say the bear was successfully tranquilized and transported to a state wildlife management center for relocation. No injuries were reported during the operation.

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