Mother bear that wandered into B.C. store killed by conservation officers
Conservation officers were called to the Pharmasave around 2 p.m. following a report of a mother black bear and her cub inside the store.
A mother black bear that had previously caused conflicts with the community in British Columbia's Hope area was euthanized by conservation officers after it wandered into a Pharmasave store on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. when authorities were alerted by a report of the bear and her cub inside the establishment.
Upon arrival, the officers discovered the bears outside the store and in the surrounding area. They quickly tranquilized and assessed both bears. Conservation Service officials disclosed that the mother bear was linked to prior conflicts in the vicinity and consequently, she was euthanized. In contrast, the cub was released into a wilderness area.
Conservation officers emphasized that bears which develop a habit of associating humans with food, frequenting populated areas, and entering homes or stores are not suitable candidates for relocation or rehabilitation. This is primarily due to the inherent risks posed to public safety. The Conservation Service has advised that Global News be followed for further updates on this story.
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