Bear hit and killed on I-4 in Seminole County, FWC says

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A bear was hit and killed early Friday morning on Interstate 4 in Seminole County, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officials say.

What we know:

The FWC says it was contacted by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) around 1 a.m. Friday in regard to a bear being struck on the eastbound side of I-4.

The SCSO says the bear was in the median of I-4 near State Road 46. 

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Officials say the bear died and was moved to the side of the road by a road ranger. 

The bear was then collected by an FWC Bear Management Contractor.

What we don't know:

It is currently unclear what kind of bear was hit and how large the bear was. 

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What's next:

The SCSO has turned over the investigation to FWC.

FOX 35 News has reached out to authorities for more information. 

This is a developing story. Check back later for more information. 

The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the Seminole County Sheriff's Office (SCSO).

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