In an unusual event, authorities in Kentucky successfully removed a black bear from a home after the animal crashed through the ceiling and landed in the kitchen of the residence. The incident, which occurred in the early morning hours of May 21, was reported to a residence in Bell County after a game warden received a call about a black bear inside the home, according to a Facebook post by the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement page.
Upon arrival, the bear was located sitting on the stove in the kitchen, with images showing the animal curled up on the kitchen stove and a large hole above in the ceiling. With assistance from a Bell County Sheriff’s deputy, officials said the warden was able to