Police responded to several incidents involving bear spray on Monday and one in the early morning hours of Tuesday.

At approximately 9:50 a.m. on July 22, 2024 police responded to 19th Street West and Avenue C South where a 24-year-old woman was suffering from the effects of bear pray. The victim was uncooperative and did not provide any further information.

At around 3:50 p.m. police responded to the 200 block of Avenue O South where it was found a 7-year-old male had been assaulted with bear spray by an unknown person.

At approximately 6:40 p.m. officers attended to the 400 block of Confederation Drive for a report of someone being bear sprayed. Upon arrival, the suspects had fled the scene and officers transported the victim home. Investigation is ongoing.

Also at approximately 6:40 p.m. police responded to the 100 block of 33rd Street West for a report of a bear spray incident. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who did not want charges at this time.

At approximately 1:50 a.m. on July 23, 2024 police responded to reports of a bear spray incident in the 100 block of Nelson Road. Upon arrival, officers were unable to locate the suspect; however, the victim was treated on scene by paramedics. The victim did not want charges at this time.

At this time, it is not believed the incidents are connected.