Bear Used In Will Ferrell’s Semi-Pro, Killed Its Trainer
The grizzly bear used in the Will Ferrell movie Semi-Pro attacked and killed it’s handler yesterday after biting him on the neck. It’s sad but people tend to forget these are wild animals. It’s a frickin’ bear! A trainer can’t guarantee these wild animals won’t turn on them. We’ve all seen videos of circus animals or ‘trained’ exotic animals turning on people so it shouldn’t be that big of a surprise.
Three experienced handlers were working with the grizzly Tuesday at the Predators in Action wild animal training center when the bear attacked Stephan Miller, 39, said San Bernardino County sheriff’s spokeswoman Cindy Beavers. Stephan Miller is the cousin of training center owner Randy Miller, she said. Pepper spray was used to subdue and contain the bear, and there were no other injuries, Beavers said. Paramedics arriving shortly after the initial emergency call around 3 p.m. were unable to revive Stephan Miller. The state Department of Fish and Game and Occupational Safety and Health Administration were investigating the incident.
No word yet on if the bear will be euthanized.
