In Burlington, Connecticut, a troubling discovery was made over the weekend as a 200-pound male black bear was found dead along Upson Road. The Connecticut State Environmental Conservation Police are actively seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individuals responsible for this incident.

Investigation Underway

According to the EnCon police, the bear was discovered with a wound behind its right front shoulder, which investigators believe is consistent with a gunshot. Authorities have indicated that they do not believe the bear was killed at the location where it was found, suggesting it was moved there post-mortem.

The Environmental Conservation Police are urging anyone with information about the bear’s death to come forward. They have provided contact details for their dispatchers and Officer Matthew Heath, encouraging community members to assist in the investigation.

Community Involvement

This incident has raised concerns among local residents about wildlife safety and the treatment of animals in the area. The involvement of the community is crucial in ensuring that those responsible are held accountable and that similar incidents are prevented in the future.

Residents with any information are encouraged to contact EnCon Police dispatchers at (860) 424-3333 or reach out via email to Officer Matthew Heath at [email protected].

Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.