Alert issued after large bear spotted in Person County

TIMBERLAKE, N.C. (WTVD) -- A bear alert has been issued in Person County.

Person County Animal Services posted the alert on social media after getting a report of a large bear spotted in the area of Tom Oakley Road in Timberlake.

Animal Services said that if you see a bear, do not approach it.

Instead, call NC Wildlife at (866) 318-2401.