Overview

• The DNR called off its two-week live-trapping operation after finding no evidence of the sow believed to have mauled a 69-year-old woman on July 12 near Comstock.
• During the effort, six bears—two adult males, two yearlings and two sows—were trapped and released when none matched the aggressive profiles under investigation.
• Authorities discovered a cub in a tree at the scene, leading them to believe the attack involved a protective mother bear and her offspring.
• The bear exhibited a sustained series of aggressive behaviors toward Karen Frye, who has since been discharged from the hospital and is recovering well.
• Wisconsin DNR will maintain game cameras and surveillance around the property ready to act if the animal reappears.