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A 34-year-old man died after he was attacked by polar bears on a remote island in Canada last year

He walked outside to take photographs of one of the animals, but didn't realize how close it was — or that a second was nearby

"We care deeply for the safety and well-being of all our employees and feel for everyone who continues to be affected by this tragic incident," said Nasittuq Corporation

A 34-year-old man was fatally attacked by two polar bears on a remote island in Canada after he went outside to take pictures.

Shortly before his death on Aug. 8, 2024, Christopher Best told his family there was no reason to fear after they learned he’d been taking photographs of polar bears while working at a radar site on Brevoort Island, according to the The Canadian Press .

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