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Man Attacked by Black Bear in Castlegar
The man’s injuries were not life-threatening, and trapping teams are monitoring bear activity and will assess any captured animal, officials said.
- On Monday, Sept. 28, a black bear bit a man sitting outside his home in Castlegar at 8:30 p.m., prompting an investigation by the Conservation Officer Service.
- Conservation officers attended the scene to interview the victim, whose injuries were not life-threatening despite the encounter.
- Due to ongoing public safety concerns, trapping efforts are now underway to capture the offending bear, which will be assessed to determine appropriate next steps.
- The BCCOS continues to monitor bear activity in Castlegar to ensure community safety and will respond to further aggressive wildlife reports as necessary.
- Officials encourage the public to leash pets and carry bear spray, and to report aggressive encounters to the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277 or visit WildSafeBC.
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Man attacked by black bear in Castlegar
Conservation officers are investigating
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