Hungry Bears Attack Halloween Pumpkin
HOKKAIDO –
A Halloween pumpkin displayed at a nursery school in Esashi, Hokkaido, was found smashed and partially eaten on October 25, in what police believe was a bear attack, with similar damage reported at a nearby home.
The pumpkin, a handmade Halloween decoration prepared by nursery school staff, was discovered badly broken at around 7 a.m. on October 25.
At a nearby residence, branches of an apple tree were also broken, and apples that had not yet been harvested were eaten.
Police believe a bear was responsible for both incidents and have stepped up patrols in the surrounding neighborhood to prevent further encounters.
As a precaution, children attending the nursery school will remain indoors throughout the week, with outdoor activities in the schoolyard suspended over concerns that the bear could return.
Source: FNN
