RCMP Justified in Shooting Bear That Attacked Child, Officers Confirm

Conservation officers have confirmed that the RCMP were justified in shooting a bear that attacked a three-year-old child. The incident prompted warnings about wildlife encounters, with officers deeming the police response necessary.

14 Aug, 23:47 — 14 Aug, 23:47

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Conservation officers say RCMP weren't mistaken in shooting bear that attacked 3-year-old

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service is apologizing for causing confusion, saying that investigations have revealed RCMP killed the bear that attacked a three-year-old girl in Maple Ridge earlier this month.

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RCMP Justified in Shooting Bear That Attacked Child, Officers Confirm

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Conservation officers say RCMP weren't mistaken in shooting bear that attacked 3-year-old

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Conservation officers say RCMP weren't mistaken in shooting bear that attacked 3-year-old

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