Bear attacks shepherd in Mureș County, Romania

A 25-year-old shepherd was attacked by a bear while grazing sheep near the locality of Viișoara in Mureș County. The victim sustained multiple bite wounds to his limbs and received emergency medical assistance from both paramedic and physician-led teams from Sighişoara and SMURD Târgu Mureş.

The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding bear encounters in Romania. Local authorities have noted difficulties in managing the issue, as some municipal leaders express hesitation to authorize lethal measures against bears due to potential legal complaints from non-governmental organizations.