Twelve-year-old girl attacked by black bear in Cadillac area Aug 16 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced today that Abby Wetherell, 12, was injured Thursday by an attack by a black bear in Wexford County, north of Cadillac. Abby was airlifted to Munson Medical Center where she underwent surgery and is in stable condition and under observation. She suffered deep lacerations in her thigh. Conservation Officers Sam Koscinski and Holly Pennoni from the DNR were quickly on scene following the attack, which occurred shortly after 9 p.m. in Haring Township. Abby, who lives in Haring Township, was returning from a cabin down a two-track road when she caught sight of a bear. She began to run in hopes of reaching nearby homes. The bear attacked and clawed her. Abby was able to get to her feet and ran again. The bear caught up with her and attacked a second time. She shouted for help and a neighbor heard her and ran to her aid calling her name. This startled the bear and the bear ran off. The DNR is actively searching for the bear by setting traps in the area of the attack. When found the bear will be euthanized and tested for disease. The DNR is asking the public to be mindful of the department’s efforts to capture the bear and stay clear of the area where the attack occurred. If a bear is sighted, please contact the department’s Cadillac Operations Service Center at (231) 775-9727. You can also contact the DNR’s Report All Poaching (RAP) Hotline, 800
Posted on: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 17:54:19 +0000
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