Hiker Killed by Bear at Glacier National Park, Officials Say
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A 33-year-old hiker, Anthony Pollio from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was killed by a bear in Glacier National Park, marking the first fatal bear attack in the area in over 25 years.
- Pollio was last heard from on Sunday evening while hiking the steep Mount Brown Fire Lookout trail near Lake McDonald; his disappearance was reported the following day.
- Search efforts involving park rangers, a local search-and-rescue team, and aerial resources led to the discovery of Pollio’s remains about 50 feet off the Mount Brown Trail on Wednesday.
- Personal belongings were found 2.5 miles from the trailhead, and the National Park Service confirmed the injuries were consistent with a surprise bear encounter.
- Multiple trails, including the Mount Brown trail, remain closed as park officials continue to inspect the area for bear activity.
