WATCH: Bear in Tennessee parking lot sends shoppers fleeing to their cars

A black bear wandered into a busy shopping center in Tennessee, causing panic among shoppers who quickly scrambled for safety. A man got too close, attempting to capture a photo, risking his safety. This unusual wildlife encounter highlights the expanding range of black bears and the potential for unexpected interactions between humans and wildlife. Such incidents underscore the importance of safety measures and awareness when wildlife ventures into human-populated areas.