Bear JJ1/Bruno
In June 2006, a wild bear in Bavaria made headlines. The first brown bear spotted in Southern Germany for a century, Bruno became something of a celebrity inspiring songs, toys and an online game. However, when it became apparent Bruno had killed dozens of sheep and goats, Bavaria's Environment Ministry warned that Bruno posed a serious risk to public safety.
Bruno was shot dead hours after the Bavarian authorities approved a shoot-to-kill policy. His death prompted public outcry; many questioned why a tranquilizer dart had not been used.
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