Two women were killed in a grizzly bear attack in British Columbia, Canadian authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The victims were a 20‑year‑old woman and her mother, whose bodies were found near a trail a short distance from their home.
The pair had been reported missing over the weekend. Search teams were dispatched by conservation officers, who located the bodies late on Tuesday.
Conservation officers say the attack could have involved multiple grizzly bears. The exact circumstances of the incident are still under investigation.
Grizzly bears are native to the region and, while attacks on people are rare, they do occur. The incident has prompted a review of safety protocols for residents and visitors in the area.
<small>Source: The Guardian — read the original story there.</small>
