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New Mexico Department of Wildlife investigating bear bite
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Gabrielle Lopez , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This is the second reported bear bite in the state recently, with another incident happening last Wednesday in Cedar Crest. The incident is being investigated by the New Mexico Department of Wildlife.
A bear bit a man while he was camping, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries. The incident is being investigated by the New Mexico Department of Wildlife. Conservation officers are securing the area where the bite occurred. This is the second reported bear bite in the state recently, with another incident happening last Wednesday in Cedar Crest.
The Department of Wildlife is warning the public to be aware of bears when exploring wildlife habitats. They advise people to remain calm and leave the area if they encounter a bear, without making sudden movements or panicking.
Further details about the incidents and bear safety are available from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife.
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Category: parks Published: August 21, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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