In spite of all our differences, the one thing that binds all living creatures is that we each have an expiration date. This finality to our existence is what makes life special, something to be cherished and protected. But occasionally things can go terribly wrong…
Police shot and killed a wild black bear with a plastic jar stuck on its head. The bear had led police on a six-day chase through Minnesota forests. Officials had hoped to capture the bear but decided to shoot it after the bear wandered into a festival in the city of Frazee. “When it got into town, our main concern was public safety,” said Rob Naplin, the Department of Natural Resources’ wildlife supervisor.
The bear was likely foraging for food when its head got head stuck in a clear, plastic container, most likely for bulk candy or popcorn. Although the bear could breathe, it couldn’t eat or drink and was likely suffering from dehydration and hunger. “I’m sure there was high anxiety and frustration with its predicament,” Naplin said. “It is (a sad story).”
