US EditionDad arrested for shooting bear that he says came within feet of his kids
- DEEP arrested Todd Topicz, a Connecticut father, in August after he shot a bear at his home.
- He shot the bear saying it entered his garage where his kids were present.
- He fired warning shots, unintentionally shooting the bear, and a neighbor reported the dead animal.
- Topicz said his two kids were in the garage when the bear entered the home.
- His arrest two weeks later confused him, but a program may prevent charges.
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Man Arrested For Extremely Unjustified Reason Involving Menacing Bear: WATCH
A Connecticut man is facing legal issues after having to unleash some firepower on a wild bear.Anyone who reads OutKick is well-aware of the house of horrors nature can be. As I often say, the animal thunderdome isn't a Disney movie.Wild animals don't want to be your friend, and depending on the creature, they could pose serious risks.Unfortunately for Todd Topicz, he was arrested for protecting his family from a menacing bear.*RELATED: Country …
Outrage as Connecticut Father Arrested and Charged for Killing Bear Threatening His Two Children
A Connecticut father's arrest for killing a bear threatening his children has ignited a fierce debate over wildlife management and public safety. State legislators are demanding answers amid rising concerns.
Connecticut Man Left Baffled After Being Arrested For Shooting Bear That Invaded Garage Where His Kids Were Playing
black bear It’s hard to be prepared for a situation where you unexpectedly find yourself face-to-face with a bear, and it’s not too hard to understand why some people might use lethal force if in that fairly terrifying scenario. That was the route a man in Connecticut inadvertently harnessed during a scary incident that transpired last year, and he’s looking for answers after being arrested over his attempt to protect his family. Bears usually d…
Dad arrested after fatally shooting a bear that he says came ‘within feet’ of his kids: ‘Who knows what would’ve happened’
A Connecticut father was arrested for shooting a black bear outside his home after claiming self-defense, saying the massive beast came "within feet" of his two kids.
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