Missing hiker found dead, likely from first fatal bear attack at Glacier National Park in 28 years
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Key Points:
- A missing hiker was found dead in Montana’s Glacier National Park, marking the park’s first fatal bear encounter since 1998, with injuries consistent with a bear attack.
- The body was discovered about 2.5 miles up the Mt. Brown Trail in a densely wooded area, and the trail section has been temporarily closed during the ongoing investigation.
- Search efforts began after the hiker was reported missing on Monday, with the last known message sent Sunday night; the park has not yet released the victim’s identity pending family notification.
- Glacier National Park is home to approximately 1,000 bears, including around 300 grizzlies as of 2023, and officials continue to monitor the area for bear activity and public safety.
- The incident follows a recent serious grizzly bear attack on two hikers in Yellowstone National Park, involving a female grizzly with cubs.
