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Daniel Connell: Something fishy in the bear attack story

Re “Bear attack left veteran fighting for his life” (Page A3, Aug. 17): On rereading the bear-attack story, I find it highly suspect and, at the least, highly embellished. I think some fact-checking is needed and a phone call or two to wildlife experts on black bear behavior.

Daniel Connell, Sonora

This story was originally published August 19, 2015 at 6:06 PM with the headline "Daniel Connell: Something fishy in the bear attack story."

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