All articles tagged with #fatal attack
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The New York Times
A woman was found dead on a Colorado trail near Crosier Mountain, believed to be the first fatal mountain lion attack in the state since 1999. Authorities euthanized two mountain lions at the scene and are tracking a third, following the attack which was interrupted by hikers who scared off the animal.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by AP News
A mountain lion attack in Colorado resulted in a fatality, following an earlier encounter where a hiker fought off a lion. Wildlife officials tracked and killed two lions in the area, with investigations ongoing to determine if they were responsible for the attack. Mountain lion attacks are rare but can be deadly, especially when humans venture into their habitats during active hours.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in the state in over 25 years. Wildlife officers found and fatally shot two mountain lions in the area, and the incident highlights the dangers of mountain lion encounters in remote, wooded areas. The attack is a rare event, with Colorado's last suspected fatal attack occurring in 1999.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by CBS News
A woman hiking in Colorado's Larimer County was found dead, likely due to a mountain lion attack, marking the first fatal attack in nearly 30 years. Wildlife officers euthanized two mountain lions in the area for investigation, with tests pending to confirm their involvement. The incident has raised concerns about mountain lion encounters in the region.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by ABC News
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in over 25 years in the state. Wildlife officers found and fatally shot two mountain lions in the area, and the incident highlights the dangers of mountain lion encounters in remote, wooded areas. Mountain lion attacks are rare, with previous fatalities in Colorado occurring in 1999 and earlier.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by TooFab
A 34-year-old man, Christopher Best, was killed by two polar bears on a remote Canadian island after sharing a photo of a bear on Instagram and dismissing safety concerns, highlighting the dangers of wildlife encounters and the importance of safety measures.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gizmodo
Two American tourists, a father and son, were killed by swarms of venomous Asian giant hornets during a zip-lining trip in Laos, marking a rare and deadly encounter with these aggressive insects. The attack resulted in severe stings and anaphylactic shock, leading to their deaths despite emergency efforts. The incident has prompted safety reviews at the park.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
A woman found dead in Downieville, California, last year was the victim of the state's first documented fatal black bear attack on a human. Authorities discovered Patrice Miller's remains after reports of a bear repeatedly returning to her home. DNA tests confirmed the bear responsible, which was later euthanized. This incident highlights increasing bear encounters in California.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
A 71-year-old woman in Downieville, California, was killed by a black bear in November 2023, marking the first fatal black bear attack in the state's history. Authorities discovered Patrice Miller's body after a welfare check and determined the bear had been in her home for several days. The bear, which was later euthanized, had been a frequent nuisance on Miller's property. The incident has prompted local officials to advise residents to secure their homes and remove outdoor food sources to prevent further bear encounters.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
The body of a missing woman was found in the jaws of an alligator in Clear Lake, Texas. Houston police, assisted by Texas Game Wardens, recovered the remains and fatally shot the alligator. The cause of death is still undetermined, and an autopsy will be conducted. Fatal alligator attacks are rare in Texas, with the last one occurring in 2015.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTRK-TV
The body of a missing woman was found in the jaws of an alligator in Clear Lake, Texas. Houston police discovered the remains while searching for the woman and fatally shot the alligator to prevent further damage to the body. The cause of death is still undetermined, and an autopsy will be conducted. Fatal alligator attacks are rare in Texas, with the last one occurring in 2015.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Two 15-year-old suspects, Dominique Harris and Jarreth Plunkett, allegedly fatally stabbed Bobby Maher in front of his girlfriend at a mall in Wyoming, following a weeks-long feud and a confrontation during spring break. The suspects had allegedly asked Maher's friend to fight them to "pay" Maher's "blood debt" after an earlier incident. Surveillance footage showed Maher trying to avoid the attackers, who were wearing masks, before being slammed to the ground and repeatedly punched by Harris, and then fatally stabbed by Plunkett. The suspects were charged as adults with conspiracy to commit murder, aggravated assault, battery, and theft, and had their bonds set at $500,000 and $450,000, respectively. The community has rallied in support of Maher's family, organizing a candlelight vigil and sharing tributes in his memory.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A 21-year-old hunter, Taylen Brooks, was killed by a mountain lion while searching for deer antler sheds in Northern California, while his 18-year-old brother, Wyatt Brooks, survived with major injuries. The brothers attempted to scare off the lion, but it attacked Wyatt, leading to a struggle that resulted in Taylen's tragic death. The mountain lion was euthanized, and the attack marked the first fatal mountain lion incident in California since 2004.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
Two brothers, Taylen and Wyatt Brooks, were attacked by a mountain lion while combing a forested area for deer antlers in Northern California, resulting in Taylen's death and severe injuries to Wyatt. The last known fatal cougar attack in California occurred in 2004. Taylen, 21, was described as a kind and gentle soul who enjoyed fishing and playing the guitar, while 18-year-old Wyatt is expected to make a full recovery. Fatal attacks by mountain lions are rare, but encounters between humans and these animals are expected to increase due to habitat shrinkage and human development.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
A parole board member in Illinois resigned after recommending the release of a felon who later attacked a pregnant woman, fatally stabbing her 11-year-old son. Governor J.B. Pritzker ordered a revamp of procedures for dealing with domestic violence cases and stated that the evidence in this case was not given the careful consideration that victims of domestic violence deserve. The case has prompted a review of procedures for sharing information on domestic violence cases and may lead to legislative changes to broaden officials' legal authority in such instances.