Crime & Justice

‘Bear Attack’ Exposed as Insurance Fraudster in Animal Costume

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Four people were arrested after they said a bear had damaged their cars—turns out the “bear” was a human in a costume.

Liam Archacki
Liam Archacki 

Breaking News Intern

The bear costume used by fraudsters.
California Department of Insurance
Liam Archacki

Liam Archacki

Breaking News Intern

liam.archacki@thedailybeast.com

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