Black bear killed after swiping at teen in Roslyn

ROSLYN - — The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife says a 17-year-old girl was injured by a black bear in Roslyn.

According to the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office, it happened at the Coal Chute restaurant when she took out the garbage.

It happened around 9:30 p.m. on August 13.

According to WDFW, the adult black bear swiped at her, scratching her arm and tearing her clothing.

She was able to get away without any serious injuries.

“We are very thankful her injuries did not require immediate medical care,” said Bob Weaver, WDFW South Central Captain.

The Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office says while they were on their way to the restaurant, someone called to report that the bear was in their yard.

With help from Cle Elum/Roslyn Police, Fish and Wildlife officers, the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office quickly located the bear.

Authorities deemed it a threat to the community, so the animal was put down.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, it is not uncommon to see bears in Roslyn, however, it is rare for one to walk up to a human in this manner.

Forensic evidence was collected to see whether something was wrong with the bear.

The animal was transported to the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic lab for further evaluation.

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