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September 15, 2023
Dangerous wildlife encounter in West Fernie reported
Elk Valley RCMP this afternoon (Friday, September 15) received a report of a dangerous wildlife encounter in West Fernie.
The complainant was riding her bike along the Elk River dike trail near MacDonald Avenue when what is believed to be a grizzly bear knocked her off her bike, reported Sgt. Brad Gregory.
The complainant was uninjured in the incident.
“At the time of writing RCMP officers and BC Conservation Officers are responding to the area in an effort to locate the involved bear,” Sgt. Greogy said.
Elk Valley RCMP is urging residents in the area to use extra caution.
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