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Man suffers non life threatening injuries following bear attach in Vanderhoof

Zachary Barrowcliff
By Zachary Barrowcliff

A man was attacked by a grizzly bear on a rural property in the Vanderhoof area last night (Monday).

The BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) said at around 5:00, the man was attacked while walking his two off-leash dogs on his farm property, but was able to scramble under a barbed wire fence, and the bear ran off.

The man suffered non-life threatening injuries to his leg, and received medical treatment in hospital.

Both RCMP and BCCOS responded to the attack and conducted a sweep of the area, however, they were unable to find the bear.

An investigation included collecting and assessing evidence at the scene, as well as interviewing the victim at the hospital.
Officers determined that based on the location and circumstances surrounding the attack, it was defensive in nature and there was no continued threat to public safety.

BCCOS said trail cameras have been placed in the area, and any sightings or conflicts should be reported to the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277.

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Zachary Barrowcliff
Zachary Barrowcliff
Zachary is a news reporter for 94.3 The GOAT and Country 97 FM in Prince George. He began his reporting career in Williams Lake, B.C., where he spent roughly two years with Vista Radio stations before moving to Prince George in October 2024.

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