Aurora Police officer Nathan Woodyard— on trial for Elijah McClain's death— had at least five trainings on a potentially dangerous hold that was used on McClain.
ASPEN, Colo. — An Aspen security guard is recovering after being attacked by a bear late Monday night.
People reported seeing the bear inside the kitchen of the St. Regis Aspen Resort at around 11 p.m. The security guard went to investigate and turned a corner, startling the bear, The bear attacked the guard by swiping at him, knocking him to the ground, CPW said. The guard was able to get away from the attacking bear and call 911, but not before suffering scratches to his back, wildlife officials said. The guard was taken to a hospital to be treated for his injuries. He was released from the hospital Tuesday morning, CPW said.
Wildlife officers got to the hotel just after midnight and learned the bear had entered the hotel by going through a series of doors from the courtyard, CPW said. Officers located the bear near the hotel, but due to public safety concerns they were not able to safely tranquilize and capture the bear, CPW said. They continued searching for the bear Tuesday. 9NEWS+ has multiple live daily shows including 9NEWS Mornings, Next with Kyle Clark and 9NEWS+ Daily, an original streaming program. 9NEWS+ is where you can watch live breaking news, weather updates, and press conferences.
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