Bear Attack Reignites Fears
SANTA RITA, AZ – May 16, 2001 – Arizona Federal Wildlife personnel have killed a 300-pound black bear suspected of attacking 4 men in the Phoenix area, and mauling a camper in the Santa Rita Mountains near Tucson.
Arizona Fish and Game authorities debate it is highly unlikely that an animal of this size is capable of attacking four grown men.Officials continue to monitor the area, and advise people living near wildlife areas to keep their pets inside at night.
