Mature female grizzly responsible for death of man in Waiparous

Alberta Fish and Wildlife have determined that a mature female grizzly bear is the animal responsible for a recent fatality in Waiparous.

The area around Waiparous Village has been closed since May 5, following the tragic death of David Lertzman.

Wildlife Officials have been actively searching for the bear since then but have not been successful so far.

Based on evidence, officers said that a single bear was involved in the attack, and it was "likely a defensive encounter and not a predatory attack."