Japan officials hunt bear that raided couple’s fridge amid string of break-ins
Japanese officials are hunting a bear that raided an elderly couple's fridge, with 14 break-ins reported in Shizukuishi over two weeks. Authorities set traps and electric fences, suspecting a repeat offender. Experts note unusual bear behavior as populations decline in rural areas, leading to increased human encounters and bear activity.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 04:27 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 04:50 UTC
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