Bear Attacks Circus Trainer During Live Performance in Russia

Incident reignites debate on banning live animal acts as trainer narrowly escapes serious injury.

Trainer Sergei Prichinich was attacked by a 490-pound bear named Donut during a circus act.
The bear, riding a hoverboard, suddenly pinned Prichinich to the ground in front of a horrified audience.
A worker intervened, allowing Prichinich to escape and continue the show without further incident.
Animal rights activists are calling for a ban on live animal performances, citing inherent risks.
A proposed bill to ban circus animals in Russia is set to be reviewed by the Duma in October.