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Two Texada Island residents charged in connection to the death of ‘Tex’ the grizzly bear

Sage Daniels
By Sage Daniels

Update – Texada Island grizzly bear shot and killed by member of the public, COS investigating | Nathan Maley

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service (COS) has laid charges against two Texada Island residents in connection with the killing of a grizzly bear in the area, following an in-depth investigation.

According to the COS, both individuals are scheduled to appear in provincial court on Oct. 14.

Charges include failing to promptly report the wounding or killing of a grizzly bear, contrary to the B.C. Wildlife Act.

The athletic bear, nicknamed “Tex” by locals, was first spotted on Texada Island on May 27 after swimming across from Powell River.

Tex was shot and killed in July.

Sage Daniels
Sage Daniels
Sage is a news reporter stationed in Campbell River, B.C. He went to college for Radio Broadcasting in Toronto, where he worked in his college newsroom. When Sage isn't in his office, he's likely in the bush, fishing or playing his bass guitar.

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