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550-Pound Bear Captured After Weeks of Evasion

1/15/2026

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A 550-pound black bear living under Ken Johnson's Altadena home was removed last week by the Bear League.
The bear had evaded capture by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for weeks.
DFW officer Cort Klopping says the area is prone to bear activity and that sightings may involve different bears.
The Bear League continues to help residents with deterrents and bear safety.

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Story summary

A 550-pound black bear living under Ken Johnson's Altadena home was removed last week by the Bear League.
The bear had evaded capture by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for weeks.
DFW officer Cort Klopping says the area is prone to bear activity and that sightings may involve different bears.
The Bear League continues to help residents with deterrents and bear safety.