Mountain Lion Attack in El Dorado County, California
A mountain lion killed a 21-year-old man and mauled his 18-year-old brother in El Dorado County, California, in the first fatal attack in the state since 2004. Mountain lions typically avoid humans, but this incident resulted in a tragic outcome.
Key Points
- Fatal mountain lion attack in California
- Brothers attacked while hunting for shed antlers
- One brother killed, the other severely injured
- Deputies had to discharge their weapons to scare off the mountain lion
- Mountain lions are far more likely to be killed by humans
- Famous mountain lion P-22 euthanized in 2022 after being hit by a car
Pros
- Quick response from authorities and paramedics
- Brothers were found and given medical attention
Cons
- Tragic loss of life in the attack
- Mountain lion had to be killed