Female Cyclists Heroically Save Friend from Cougar Attack in Washington

In a rare and harrowing encounter, a group of women cyclists fought off a cougar, saving their friend from severe injuries.

A group of female cyclists in Washington state heroically fought off a cougar that attacked and mauled one of their friends, Keri Bergere, during a biking trip.
Keri Bergere suffered severe head and neck injuries but survived the 45-minute ordeal thanks to the quick actions of her friends, who used rocks, sticks, and their bare hands to fend off the cougar.
The cougar, a 75-pound male, was eventually subdued and killed by a Fish & Wildlife officer. An autopsy revealed no diseases or abnormalities that might have contributed to the cougar's aggressive behavior.
The incident occurred on February 17 near the Tokul Creek biking trails, and the women involved are members of the competitive Recycled Cycles Racing team.
This attack is considered rare, with only two cougar-related fatalities in Washington state over the last century, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.