Fatal Black Bear Attack in Arizona Stuns Officials and Community
- A 66-year-old Tucson man was mauled to death in an unprovoked attack by a black bear while drinking coffee outside his home near Prescott, Arizona.
- Neighbors attempted to distract the bear but were unsuccessful, and a neighbor ultimately shot and killed the bear.
- The attack was deemed highly unusual and predatory in nature by officials.
- Officials have warned campers and residents to take precautions around bears and not shoot them unless they pose an immediate threat.
- The incident marks the first fatal black bear attack in Arizona since 2011.