Clarence Yoder, 40, of Idaho Falls, made a trip to the famous national park and left with not only an injury but also handcuffs around his wrists following the incident on April 21.
Clarence Yoder, 40, was arrested for harassing a herd of animals and kicking a bison at Yellowstone National Park
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“The incident occurred on the West Entrance Road near the Seven Mile Bridge, located 7 miles east of the park’s West Entrance,” the statement added. “Rangers responded to the area after receiving a report of an individual who harassed a herd of bison and kicked a bison in the leg. They located the suspect’s vehicle near the West Entrance and stopped it in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana.”
After winding up with an injury on his leg, Clarence made a run for it with 37-year-old McKenna Bass, who was the one driving the vehicle.
The car was tracked down, and the pair was slapped with a number of charges.
Clarence was charged with being under the influence of alcohol to a degree that may endanger oneself, disorderly conduct as to create or maintain a hazardous condition, approachingwildlife, and disturbing wildlife, while McKenna was charged with driving under the influence, interference for failure to yield to emergency light activation, and disturbing wildlife.
Clarence, who was under the influence of alcohol, sustained an injury and escaped in a vehicle with 37-year-old McKenna Bass
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The pair appeared in court on April 22 and pleaded not guilty to the charges against them. The incident continues to be investigated.
Officials of Yellowstone National Park reminded visitors to always maintain a safe distance from wildlife
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In the statement about the incident involving Clarence, park officials reminded visitors that it is their responsibility to respect the park’s safety regulations and maintain a safe distance from wildlife.
“Wildlife in YellowstoneNational Parkare wild and can be dangerous when approached. When an animal is near a campsite, trail, boardwalk, parking lot or in a developed area, give it space,” the park officials said.
“Stay more than 25 yards (23 m) away from all large animals – bison, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, moose, and coyotes – and at least 100 yards (91 m) away from bears and wolves. If need be, turn around and go the other way to avoid interacting with a wild animal in close proximity,” they added.You May Like85 Animal Tattoo Ideas That Embrace Simplicity And RealismLarysa Perih50 Hilarious Animals Who Lost The Plot And Got Caught Going “Goblin Mode” (New Pics)Indrė Lukošiūtė85 Animal Tattoos That Could Snap Some Creative Ideas Into Your HeadLarysa Perih
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