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Episode 306: This week, we discuss the shooting death of American Mark Harshbarger during a 2006 hunting trip to Newfoundland. The Meshoppen, Pennsylvania, man was shot by his wife, Mary Beth Harshbarger, who claims she thought he was a black bear.\xa0In 2010, Harshbarger was extradited to Newfoundland, where she stood trial for criminal negligence causing death. The prosecution cited insurance money as Mary Beth\u2019s motive for the killing. After two weeks of hearings in September, the presiding judge found her not guilty.\xa0\nThe shooting death of Mark Harshbarger has been a source of controversy since it occurred. Some people believe that Mary Beth Harshbarger was guilty of first-degree murder, while others believe that she was justified in shooting her husband because she thought he was a bear.\nIt is important to remember that this topic is very sensitive for many people. The family and friends of Mark Harshbarger are still grieving his death, and Mary Beth Harshbarger has gone through a great deal. Mark\u2019s children have lost their father. We aim to be respectful of all parties involved when discussing this case.\nSources:\nHunting | The Canadian Encyclopedia\nFur Trade in Canada | The Canadian Encyclopedia\nTown of Buchans Newfoundland & Labrador\nGuide describes fatal shot in U.S. hunter's trial | CBC News\nOfficial Newfoundland Hunter Safety Course | HunterCourse.com\nInside The Harshbarger Family Case | CBC \u2014 True Crime Canada\nPublic Advisory: 2023-24 Hunting and Trapping Guide Available Online - News Releases\nRegulation Summaries - 2022-23 Hunting and Trapping Guide\nMark Harshbarger (1963-2006) | Find-a-Grave\n2010 NLTD 152 (CanLII) | R. v. Harshbarger | CanLII\nAnother Fine Day Afield | Outdoor Canada\nExtradition looms for hunter who shot husband | Outdoor Canada\nHarshbarger's father speaks out about widow's upcoming shooting trial - News - The Times-Tribune\nJudge throws out PFA order that had been lodged against Mary Beth Harshbarger - News - Daily Review\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices