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Two killed in bear attack near popular Russian city

Two killed in bear attack near popular Russian city

YUZHNO-SAKHALINSK: Two people were killed in a bear attack near the city of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, as investigators launched a probe into possible criminal negligence by wildlife officials, Russian news agency TASS reported.
Earlier, the Sakhalin office of Russia's Emergencies Ministry said a bear had attacked a group of people, though the number of victims was still being verified.
"On Monday (June 23), near the 'Three Deer' [sculpture], a bear attacked a man, who later died in an ambulance. Later, the body of another man with no signs of life was found nearby," the investigative committee said.
A criminal case has been opened under Part 3, Article 293 of the Russian Criminal Code — negligence resulting in the death of two persons — against officials responsible for wildlife control.
Investigators are examining the circumstances of the incident and conducting the necessary procedures.
The regional Health Ministry told TASS that the second victim's body was found partially buried. No other casualties have been reported.
The "Three Deer" sculpture is located on Prospekt Mira Avenue, about 14km from the city centre. The area is near a forest and is popular among tourists, especially newlyweds.
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