Freed from his bonds, Nolan stumbled to a snowmobile, guided by an officer’s steady arm. In the background, more officers checked the mother bear for injuries, ensuring she could move without immediate danger. The cub pressed into her flank, a picture of fragile reunion.
They led Nolan to a nearby outpost, a modest structure equipped with medical supplies and radio equipment. There, he gave a full statement, describing the horrifying chase, the radio call, and how he’d followed the polar bear in the first place. The officers listened intently.