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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.
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