Pennsylvania Woman Survives Bear Attack While Protecting Dog

Lee Ann Galante sustained significant injuries in the rare incident; the aggressive mother bear was euthanized, and her cubs were released.

A Pennsylvania woman, Lee Ann Galante, was attacked by a mother bear in her backyard in Butler Township while trying to protect her dog, Smokie.
Galante suffered injuries including bites to her arms and head, a broken nose, and required dozens of surgical staples.
The mother bear was euthanized by the Pennsylvania Game Commission after showing continued aggression; her three cubs were tranquilized and released.
This incident marks the first bear attack in the area, according to Butler Township Police Chief John Hays.
Experts note that black bear attacks are rare, with defensive reactions being the most common cause when humans get too close.