Mountain Lion Attack in Northern California
A mountain lion killed a 21-year-old man and injured his 18-year-old brother while they were hunting for shed antlers in Northern California. The mountain lion was euthanized by authorities.
Key Points
- Brothers attacked by mountain lion while hunting for shed antlers
- Younger brother called authorities to report the attack
- Deputies fired their service weapons to scare off the mountain lion
- Mountain lion was euthanized by authorities
Pros
- Authorities responded quickly to the incident
- The injured brother was found and received aid
Cons
- Tragic loss of life with the death of the 21-year-old brother