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No Charges for 'Dummies' Who Handled Bear Cubs

The people who were recorded removing two bear cubs from a tree in Asheville to take photos will not face charges, the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) said Friday. FOX Carolina reports the commission released a statement that read in part, "While dangerous and unfortunate, it appears to be an isolated event. It is unlawful in NC to capture and keep black bears. However, the bear cubs were immediately released." The NCWRC added the group was spoken to "about the importance of leaving bear cubs alone." Only one of the two cubs was recovered; it's at a wildlife refuge in hopes it can be …