72-Year-Old Mauled by Bear in SHOCKING Attack!
Can you believe it's been 25 years since the last bear attack in Arkansas? This week, that streak was broken in a terrifying incident. 72-year-old Vernon Patton was working on his tractor near Mulberry Mountain when a young black bear suddenly attacked him. Patton suffered severe cuts and puncture wounds to his head and arms. Thankfully, Patton's son witnessed the attack and intervened. Patton was immediately transported to Washington Regional and later transferred to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Medical Center in Little Rock. Responding game wardens fatally shot the bear, and tests are underway to determine if the animal had rabies or distemper. While this is an extremely rare occurrence, wildlife officials are reminding the public to exercise caution and keep dogs leashed in rural areas. This shocking incident serves as a reminder of the unexpected dangers that can lurk in nature. Subscribe to our channel for more compelling stories like this.
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