Balasore: A man sustained critical injuries after being attacked by a wild bear at Hatiasali village under Nilagiri block here in the district today.

The victim was identified as Siba Prasad Singh (52).

According to sources, the incident took place when Singh was going to forest to collect fire wood. A wild bear attacked him leaving him seriously injured.

Sustaining injuries on leg, he was rushed to Nilagiri health centre for treatment.