Grizzly bear attack: Family shares harrowing final message from Alberta couple killed in wilderness
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Published 2023-10-05
The longtime couple, he said, was on a weeklong backpacking trip in the area and had been checking in daily with him and Gusse’s mother.
Colin detailed how he learned of what happened, revealing that an S.O.S. alert from the couple came to his attention with a harrowing and final message from the couple.
Theorizing the bear ambush, Colin believes the bear ambushed caught his nephew Doug, and wife Jenny while they were reading in their tent.
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All Comments (21)
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I appreciate global for letting this man speak, rather than edit the living hell out of the video.
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How refreshing to have a journalist just let their subject speak, tell his story, uninterrupted by stupid questions. Well done, good journalism. Having said that, I am deeply saddened this interview had to be held at all. What a lovely, well prepared couple, just doing what they loved to do. RIP.
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They gave him so much airtime because his recanting of events was better than any reporter could ever paraphrase. Exceptionally well spoken and organized given the devastating circumstances.
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You do them a great honour by telling this story. Sorry for your loss.
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Absolutely one of the most horrifying ways to die. Rest in peace Doug and Jen and the dog, I hope your family finds peace as well 🙏
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Very respectful interview. Thank you for letting the uncle just work his way calmly through the info! 💔❤
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What a strong telling of a horrible story in the time of devastating loss. Deepest condolences to they families of Doug and Jenny.
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We are so sorry for your heartbreaking loss of Jenny and Doug. Your family is not alone, hearts of love are with you now. ❤
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Heartbreaking, can’t even imagine the horror you’ve all been trough. My deepest condolences.
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It seems they approached their passion for trekking cautiously & well informed. Sometimes things happen when engaging with the wild, no matter how well we plan. This is just sad all around. Condolences to the couples’ loved ones and friends.
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Very sad. I feel so much grief for these 2 people and their dog. I can’t imagine their fear, anguish, and pain through that whole experience. At least they all moved into the next life together, and their dog was there along side them. RIP.
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I can't imagine the fear and pain the couple went through, along with their dog and the pain and heartache their families are going through now. RIP
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Rip to this lovely couple and their loyal dog. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to their family and friends🙏
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This is what real news and reporting should look like. I thank Global and the family for providing us all with this information.
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Good to hear this tragic story from a family member of this unfortunate couple. The parks personnel that located the scene are to be commended for their bravery. Sending heartfelt condolences to all involved.
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No matter how experienced, or well geared you think you may be, bears are no joke especially during this time of year when they're preparing for winter....May they rest in peace.....
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Sincerest condolences to the family and friends. This is something anyone who hikes will feel very deeply.
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My dad never went into the wilderness without a friend WW2 veterans,both survived 6 years of continuous battle. First thing was a massive campfire in the middle of the campsite. One man sat with his rifle by the fire on guard while we slept. Pitching a tent and going to sleep in bear country especially when competition for food is high is a disaster. Its a nightmare.
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How devastating for their family. This couple did everything right by the looks of it. They were experienced in the outdoors, they gave family members their itinerary, they took bear proofing precautions, they had a plan and tools for SOS. Yet it didn't save them - a sobering reminder of the risks of going out into the wild. It's just heartbreaking.
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Thank you for sharing this full account without interruption. I've read comments on shorter news outlets that criticized the couple. Now we have the facts of this heartbreaking situation to learn how carefully prepared they were. It appears they were very knowledgeable wilderness campers who attempted to do everything right. This must have been absolutely terrifying for them. My heartfelt condolences and prayers for them, their dog and the family. So sad.
