Bear euthanized near Eureka; cubs sent to ZooMontana

KALISPELL — A grizzly bear was captured and euthanized after multiple conflicts with people in the Eureka area in Lincoln County, state wildlife officials said.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks received reports of an adult female grizzly bear with three cubs getting into buildings, cabins, chicken coops and outdoor freezers in search of food sources. The female was previously captured and moved after conflicts with people in Lincoln County.