Bear Killed After Being Struck By Car In Granby

Bear struck and killed by vehicle in Granby, officials said

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Bear Killed After Being Struck By Car In Granby

The accident occurred on Friday, according to state officials.

Bear dies after being hit by car in Granby

GRANBY, Conn. (WTNH) — A bear died after being hit by a car around 2 p.m. on Friday between Hartland and Higley Roads, according to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). DEEP removed the 170-pound bear shortly after the crash. VIDEO: Bear knocks over garbage can, steals trash bag in Windsor The car involved did not stop. Police are not pursuing the driver, as it is not illegal to hit a bear and keep driving. More in…