Man killed in suspected bear attack in Arkansas
Published: 10/6/2025

In a rare and tragic incident, a 60-year-old man from Missouri was believed to have been killed in a suspected bear attack while camping in Arkansas' Ozark National Forest. Authorities discovered the man's body beyond the campsite, showing injuries consistent with a large carnivore attack. The bear thought to be responsible for the attack was captured and euthanized. Officials have not released the victim's identity, and the incident highlights the importance of bear safety in wilderness areas.