Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — In an unusual turn of events, a black bear was seen wandering through downtown Thief River Falls on Thursday morning, May 29, 2025. The bear meandered along Main Street, capturing the attention of residents and prompting swift action from local law enforcement.
Authorities tracked the bear to a tree near Epiphany Station Church. To ensure public safety and the well-being of the animal, officials tranquilized the bear, which then fell onto a crash pad placed below. After regaining consciousness, the bear was safely caged and relocated away from the urban area.
Did you know? Case Facts:
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Date of Incident: May 29, 2025
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Location: Downtown Thief River Falls, MN
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Animal Involved: Black bear
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Actions Taken: Bear was tranquilized and safely relocated
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Public Safety Measures: Streets were temporarily blocked to ensure safety
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.