Apopka man fights off bear attack as Florida readies first hunt in decade

The Brief

APOPKA, Fla. - A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law’s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week.

What we know:

A Central Florida man, Alexander Rojas, says he was attacked by a black bear outside his mother-in-law’s Apopka home last week.

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He first saw two young bears near the property before one turned and charged him, biting his arm. Rojas fought back, punching and kicking the bear to break free. He was treated for puncture wounds, lacerations and possible tendon or nerve damage in his hand.

What we don't know:

Wildlife officials have not confirmed whether the bear responsible has been trapped or relocated. It also remains unclear if the incident will influence how state o