Bear Attack in Colorado | Denver News

A Colorado fisherman got a terrifying surprise when a bear ambushed him near the Platte River, biting his legs before his friends intervened. Wildlife officials tracked down the young, 50-60 pound female—likely without cubs—and euthanized her, as is standard for aggressive bears. This marks the sixth bear attack in Colorado this year, driven by summer droughts forcing bears to seek food closer to human areas. Experts urge residents to secure trash, pet food, and grills; campers should stay in groups, avoid bushy food-rich zones, and store food in bear-proof containers. If you see a bear, back away quietly; if it approaches, stand tall, make noise, and wave arms. If attacked, fight back aggressively. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f8d2f396df815c22