National· August 18, 2026 at 05:08 a.m.
Post-mortem Confirms Euthanized Bear in McTavish Lake Deaths
Key takeaways
- The bear responsible for two deaths near McTavish Lake has been confirmed through necropsy
- Initial concerns about rabies have been ruled out
- Authorities remind the public to be cautious around bears
A necropsy has confirmed that a bear euthanized last month was the one responsible for the fatal attacks on two individuals near McTavish Lake. The confirmation comes after the bear was put down following the tragic incidents.
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