A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a bear on Sunday afternoon, August 4, in Kootenay National Park.
The incident took place on Highway 93 near Settler’s Roads, north of Radium Hot Springs.
“It was a group of motorcyclists heading in the park, and it looks like a bear came across the highway, and they swerved to avoid the bear and ended up either potentially hitting or striking the bear,” Cpl. Jeff Witzke with Columbia Valley RCMP.
There were two occupants on the motorcycle when the collision occurred.
The driver passed away while the passenger sustained minor injuries and was transported to hospital.
“We are continuing to investigate. There is no indication of anything criminal at this time.”
STARS air ambulance was called to the scene at approximately 2:12pm.
Details on the type of bear or if it was killed or badly injured are not available.
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