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Florida Man Injured by Bear Amid Hunting Resumption

8/25/2025

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Alexander Rojas from Apopka was injured by a black bear outside his mother-in-law's home.
He sustained arm injuries, including puncture wounds and potential nerve damage, while defending himself.
Florida will resume bear hunting in December due to increasing bear encounters in residential areas.
Wildlife officials are assessing the bear's status following the incident.

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Story summary

Alexander Rojas from Apopka was injured by a black bear outside his mother-in-law's home.
He sustained arm injuries, including puncture wounds and potential nerve damage, while defending himself.
Florida will resume bear hunting in December due to increasing bear encounters in residential areas.
Wildlife officials are assessing the bear's status following the incident.