Bear captured after roaming through Japanese city

WorldEnvironment
9 Jun 2026 • 7:06 PM MYT
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Bear captured after roaming through Japanese city

Authorities in Utsunomiya, north of Tokyo, captured a bear after a multi-day search linked to several sightings. Security camera footage showed the animal running through a shopping arcade, prompting school closures and safety warnings.