August 7, 2014 [From Field & Stream]
Justin Bieber Ringtone Saves Russian Fisherman During Bear Attack
by Ben Romans
A brown bear recently attacked a fisherman in northern Russia but was
ultimately scared off when the man’s cell phone ringtone began playing a
Justin Bieber song, according to the Croatian Times.
Igor Vorozhbitsyn was walking to a favorite fishing spot when a bear
pounced on him from behind and began clawing and biting. At some point
in the melee, the bear likely hit Vorozhbitsyn’s cell phone and caused
the ringer to go off — the tone was Bieber's “Baby” — which wildlife
experts said likely spooked the bear.
The incident left Vorozhbitsyn with severe cuts and bruises on his face
and chest, but he was able to call other fisherman nearby for help. He’s
now recovering from his injuries.
“I couldn't believe my luck when the phone went off and he fled. I know
that sort of ringtone isn't to everyone's taste but my granddaughter
loaded it onto my phone for a joke,” he said.
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You can draw your own conclusion...
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