US: Young Black Bear Roams Oregon City Streets Before Deputies Guide It To Safety.

Wilsonville, United States - June 29, 2026 Video filmed by the Wilsonville Police Department shows a young black bear wandering through residential and urban areas in Wilsonville after deputies responded to several reports of the animal moving through the city. At around 10:45 p.m. on June 29, 2026, deputies used their patrol vehicles to corral the bear and gently lead it toward the river. Night-time footage captures the bear moving calmly through city streets as deputies guided it away from populated areas using non-confrontational methods. While Wilsonville is home to a restaurant called Black Bear Diner, actual black bears are not commonly seen in the city. Officials said the bear was likely searching for an easy meal, including unsecured trash or other food sources. Residents are advised to stay calm and keep their distance if they encounter a bear, never approach, feed, or follow it, bring pets inside and keep dogs leashed, and secure trash, pet food, and other attractants. If necessary, people should make noise and slowly back away. Officials also asked residents not to call 911 unless there is an immediate threat to safety, noting that wildlife sightings can happen anywhere in Oregon and that giving animals space helps protect both people and wildlife.