4 grizzly bears responsible for killing mother and daughter in B.C., officials say
Conservation officials in British Columbia confirmed that a mother grizzly bear and her three cubs were responsible for a fatal attack on two women. The bears were euthanized to prevent further public risk, and the investigation into the incident has concluded.
Why it matters
Addresses public safety concerns regarding wildlife management and human-bear conflicts in rural areas.
Forensic testing confirmed an adult sow and three cubs were involved in the attack that killed Jennifer Balcarras, 48, and her daughter Selah Reed, 20, earlier this month.
In an update Tuesday, BCCOS Insp. Jeff Tyre said the attack likely involved predatory behaviour, which is considered "very rare."
"We hope the efforts of everyone who responded, as well as these findings, bring some measure of closure," he said.
"Our thoughts remain with everyone affected."
November 10 | Duration closed caption 8:57 All trapping equipment used in the response has been removed, and the investigation into the attack has concluded, the Conservation Officer Service said in a news release. It said further analysis will examine the response and the circumstances that led to the fatal event.
"They all had to be [killed], because bears that are involved in fatal attacks on people cannot be rehabilitated or relocated," explained Tyre.
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