Bear attack near Arta leaves 67-year-old man injured

A 67-year-old man was injured after he was attacked by a bear near the town of Arta in northern Greece on Monday. According to state broadcaster ERT, the man was walking on a hiking path near the river when he was attacked by the bear.

The man jumped into a ditch to avoid the animal and was able to call for help from nearby rescuers. The man is currently being treated at the Arta Hospital.