Mushroom Picker Attacked by Bear in Northern Italy

A bear attacked a 31-year-old man collecting mushrooms in Trentino, prompting authorities to plan a hunt for the animal.

The incident occurred in the Trentino region, where a 31-year-old man was attacked from behind by a bear while foraging alone.
The victim suffered injuries to his back and arms but managed to reach a nearby village and alert authorities.
Local authorities intend to identify the bear using DNA evidence and subsequently kill it.
This attack adds to a series of bear encounters in Trentino, where over 100 brown bears reside, occasionally leading to human injuries and fatalities.
Experts advise maintaining calm and retreating slowly during bear encounters, recommending bear spray and scent-proof food containers to prevent attracting bears.