Bear that attacked 4 escapes Fukushima factory by unlatching window

FUKUSHIMA, Japan - A bear that had remained inside an electronics company's factory in Fukushima after attacking four people escaped from the premises, possibly by unlatching a window on its own, city officials said Thursday.

The bear is believed to have fled Wednesday night as authorities were preparing emergency hunting measures that would allow the municipality to authorize the use of firearms. The city is urging residents to remain vigilant.