Larimer County, CO – Deputies in northern Colorado responded to a wild and unusual call this week after a bear reportedly broke into a resident’s car and became trapped inside.
According to the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), the incident occurred in the foothills when a caller reported noises from his vehicle late at night—only to discover a bear had forced its way in. Responding deputies quickly confirmed the “claws for concern” and found the animal still inside.
Backup units arrived and took what the agency described as “a tactical paws” to ensure everyone’s safety. Instead of using bear spray, deputies armed themselves with pepperballs and used a careful approach to create distance before manually releasing the car door. The bear, humorously nicknamed “Yogi” in the sheriff’s post, was safely freed without injury.
While the car sustained some damage, officials said the owners were grateful for the safe resolution. Investigators noted there was no food inside the vehicle, leaving the bear’s motives unclear.
Authorities are using the incident as a reminder for residents across the foothills and mountain regions: always lock your vehicles and secure attractants to prevent encounters with both “bad guys and bears alike.”
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