36-year-old man from Sparwood, BC, attacked by grizzly bear during expedition, defends with firearm, suffers injuries, airlifted to Calgary hospital, deceased bear found near site.
36-year-old man from Sparwood, BC, was attacked by a grizzly bear during a tracking expedition with his father. The man, who defended himself with a firearm, suffered multiple injuries including broken bones and lacerations. He was airlifted from the mountain to a nearby helipad in Elkford before being transported to Calgary Foothills Hospital. The deceased bear was later found by B.C. conservation officers near the attack site.
May 17, 2024
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