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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Graeme Massie

‘Hank the Tank’ bear blamed for break-ins is finally captured

AP

A female black bear nicknamed “Hank the Tank” believed to be responsible for 21 home break-ins has been apprehended by wildlife officers in California.

Officials in South Lake Tahoe say that the 400-pound animal, who became an internet star was “safely mobilized” by a tranquilliser dart on Friday.

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