PRINCE GEORGE, BC: Update: Please note that the bear cub was not euthanasied as stated by RCMP. The two cubs were moved to the Smithers area.

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An adult male is recovering tonight following a bear attack on a popular Prince George trail near the University…

At approximately 4:15 PM, RCMP and Conservation Officers attended to Forests of the World trail system and located the 46 year-old male. He was transported to Hospital in Prince George for treatment of minor injuries. Police say the man was walking his dog on the trail system when the two encountered a mother bear and cub.

Conservation and RCMP officers later located a sow and its cub. Both were euthanized. The dog was located unharmed.

The Prince George RCMP is reminding everyone to take extra caution when participating in outdoor activities. Be sure to pay attention to your surroundings, keep dogs tethered and make noise so that you do not surprise animals such as bears.