Las Vegas Tourist Arrested for Poking Bear at Siegfried & Roy ReserveLas Vegas Tourist Arrested for Poking Bear at Siegfried & Roy Reserve Las Vegas, Nevada – A 25-year-old male tourist has been arrested for intentionally poking a brown bear at the Siegfried & Roy Reserve and Wildlife Park in Las Vegas. According to park officials, the incident occurred on Saturday afternoon when the suspect entered the bear enclosure and used a stick to poke and prod a 12-year-old male bear named Kuma. Witnesses reported seeing the man ignoring the park’s posted rules and entering the restricted area. Despite warnings from other visitors and park staff, he continued to harass the animal. When security guards arrived at the scene, they apprehended the man and turned him over to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. “This type of behavior is absolutely unacceptable and will not be tolerated,” said a park spokesperson. “We have a strict policy against any interaction with our animals, and we take the safety of our visitors and wildlife very seriously.” The suspect faces charges of animal cruelty and trespassing. He is currently being held in the Clark County Detention Center awaiting his arraignment. The incident highlights the importance of respecting wildlife and following park rules. The Siegfried & Roy Reserve is home to a variety of exotic animals, including lions, tigers, and bears, and visitors are expected to maintain a safe distance from them at all times. Park officials have increased security and surveillance in the wake of the incident to prevent similar occurrences in the future.