Bear Attack in Jefferson County | Denver News

A 60-year-old fisherman in Jefferson County, Colorado, was attacked by a bear while walking back from a fishing spot—knocked down and bitten on the legs. His friends scared the bear off, and he was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Officials found and euthanized the subadult female bear the next morning, confirming no cubs were present. This marks the sixth bear attack in Colorado this year—double last year’s total—and reflects a troubling trend as drought forces bears into towns during their calorie-packed hyperphagia phase. Wildlife officials urge residents to secure trash, recreate in groups, keep dogs leashed, and carry bear spray. If you meet a bear, back away slowly, don’t run, and fight back if it gets close. 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/0b080cfad780f2e5