Don't Poke the Bear: WSU Police Warn Visitors of Felony Consequences for Poking Research Bears

WSU police: Stop poking bears at research center

Police at Washington State University (WSU) are warning visitors to stop poking bears at the school’s Bear Research, Education, and Conservation Center. Officials said some people have tried to prod the research animals with sticks and branches. “While we understand the curiosity, this behavior is dangerous — for both you and the bears,” WSU Police said in a Facebook post Monday. Such actions are not only harmful but also illegal, the post said.…

Don't poke the bear: WSU police warn visitors of felony consequences for poking research bears

WSU police warn against poking research bears, highlighting legal risks and animal welfare concerns. Violations carry severe penalties.

WSU Police: Stop (literally) poking the bears

PULLMAN, Wash - You've heard the expression "don't poke the bear." Now, it's the actual message from Washington State University Police.

WSU Police asks visitors to stop poking research bears

PULLMAN, Wash. – People have been poking the bears at the Washington State University (WSU) Bear Center, according to the WSU Police.

WSU Issues Warning After Reports of Visitors Harassing Research Bears

PULLMAN, WA – Washington State University is urging the public to stop harassing its research bears after receiving multiple reports of individuals attempting to poke the animals with sticks and branches. The university emphasized that the bears, which are part of ongoing scientific research, are protected by state law. Interfering with them is not only dangerous but also illegal. According to RCW 9.08.090, harming a research animal is a Class C…