Investigators with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources say the massive, 700-pound black bear reportedly hit and killed by a farmer's combine on Nov. 26 was actually shot illegally and was already dead when it was impacted by the farm machinery. Officials say the suspected bear shooter admitted to shooting the bear after being interviewed by conservation wardens from North Dakota and Minnesota. The Eau Clair Leader-Telegram.
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January 30, 2009
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