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New Mexico man kills bear inside home after break-in

NEW MEXICO, AUG 6 – Calvin Stoddard shot a black bear inside his camper after it broke in searching for food, with officials citing improper food storage as a key factor in the incident.

  • A New Mexico man shot and killed a black bear after it broke into his home near Hermit's Peak, tearing apart his kitchen.
  • The man asked officials if he could keep the dead bear, but was told that the wild animal would likely be sold to someone unrelated to the incident.
  • Officials advised taking precautions like keeping a clean campsite to avoid bear encounters and slowly backing away without panicking if one occurs.
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Since the act is considered self-defence, no criminal proceedings will be instituted against this man from New Mexico.

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New Mexico man kills bear inside home after break-in

"In a situation like this where you're in immediate danger, you're trying to protect your own life," said Darren Vaughan with NM Department of Game and Fish

·Albuquerque, United States
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KOAT broke the news in Albuquerque, United States on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
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