Man severely injured saving his wife from a polar bear attack
Recovering after wounds to his arms, legs
(NORTHERN ONTARIO NEWS) – A man was severely injured Tuesday morning when he leaped onto a polar bear to protect his wife from being mauled in the Far North community of Fort Severn. A neighbor showed up soon after and shot the bear, which then retreated to the woods.
A spokesperson for the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service said the man is recovering from severe injuries to his arm and legs and is expected to make a full recovery.
The attack took place in the early morning in the community, which is on the coast of Hudson Bay. Police were dispatched when they received reports of gunshots.
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