Bracebridge OPP detachment commander Inspector Michael Burton along with Superintendent Houliston presented 80-year-old Norman Ruff of Port Carling with a Citation for Bravery on behalf of OPP Commissioner Carrique on Tuesday October 26, 2021.
Mr. Ruff was commended for his bravery after fighting off a black bear that had entered his home on July 31, 2019.
The bear went after a cake on the counter and become trapped inside the cottage after getting in through the window.
The bear left through a door after a short physical confrontation and Mr. Ruff was treated for minor injuries.
