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Two people found dead in suspected bear incident near Bella Coola

Two people found dead in suspected bear incident near Bella Coola

Reports identify the victims as Jennifer Balcarras and her daughter, Selah Reed, found dead after a walk near Bella Coola. Bear involvement remains suspected, not confirmed; authorities are investigating and seeking any bears that may have been involved, and have asked the public to avoid the Snooka trails. Multiple accounts describe this same incident.

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Updated Nov 4, 2026