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Bear with a sweet tooth breaks into South Lake Tahoe ice cream parlour, makes away with a strawberry-flavored loot

Lost bear stumbled upon in an ice cream store at Camp Richardson, South Lake Tahoe, August 17th, indulging in assorted flavors, before sheriff's department's intervention.

Bear with a sweet tooth breaks into South Lake Tahoe ice cream store, makes off with strawberry...
Bear with a sweet tooth breaks into South Lake Tahoe ice cream store, makes off with strawberry treats.

Bear with a sweet tooth breaks into South Lake Tahoe ice cream parlour, makes away with a strawberry-flavored loot

Bear Named Fuzzy Causes Stir at South Lake Tahoe Ice Cream Shop

In an unexpected turn of events, a bear named Fuzzy made headlines in South Lake Tahoe, California, on August 17. The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office shared details about the incident on their Facebook page.

Fuzzy, now known by his nickname, was found behind the counter of the Camp Richardson ice cream parlor in the early morning hours. The bear showed a preference for strawberry ice cream, helping itself to the sweet treats available in the shop. Despite the authorities' efforts to encourage Fuzzy to leave, he seemed uninterested in serving deputies and continued to enjoy the ice cream.

The incident caused a stir, but fortunately, there was barely any cleanup required. The ice cream shop sustained little damage during Fuzzy's visit. Photos from the scene show Fuzzy standing behind the parlor's counter as if he were an employee.

Camp Richardson, where the incident occurred, is a 128-acre resort in South Lake Tahoe. The resort is approximately 66 miles south of Reno, Nevada.

The El Dorado County authorities reported that the incident serves as a reminder to the public to secure food and avoid attracting bears. However, no new information about actions taken to remove Fuzzy or prevent similar incidents was provided.

The incident comes at a time when bear-related incidents have been on the rise in the area. The authorities had to conduct 'bear drills' due to a string of bear attacks, but no further details about these incidents were given.

Despite the unusual nature of the incident, the authorities found it hard to believe. According to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, Fuzzy could barely be believed by the deputies who saw him.

As the incident continues to make headlines, the community is left wondering how Fuzzy managed to get behind the counter of the ice cream parlor. Regardless, the incident serves as a reminder to keep a safe distance from wildlife and to secure food to prevent attracting bears.

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