Bank Bear Accused of Online Stalking
Henry K. Lee, Chronicle Staff Writer
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
San Francisco, CA - Bank of the West Classic mascot, "The Bear," was arrested today on charges of online stalking. "The Bear," who tours the Bay Area promoting the July 14-20 tennis tournament, was found hibernating after an apparent late night honey binge. Police became suspicious of "The Bear" after he repeatedly mentioned online social networking site facebook.com.
A search of "The Bear's" house and home computer revealed that not only had "The Bear" managed to create his own Facebook profile, but that he was targeting and befriending other users.
Brian, one of "The Bear's" so called friends, said, "At first I thought it was cool. I mean to have a bear for a friend, but then the messages started. At first it was fun and new and exciting, but everyday it was something, like he'd ask if I knew what a bear hug really was, or if I wanted to taste some honey from his honey jar. What does that even mean?"
A hearing is scheduled for next Thursday to determine which charges should be pursued.
Police are still determining how "The Bear" was able to create a Facebook account without opposable thumbs.
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