A summer camp employee near Hyampom encountered a mountain lion on June 14, leading to a minor injury during the attack. Following the incident, the property owner attempted to track the animal and euthanized a different mountain lion in fear for his safety. Wildlife officials found this lion unrelated to the attack, which triggered the search for the active predator. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife emphasized the rarity of mountain lion attacks, encouraging safety tips for encounters, such as not running away and making loud noises.
On June 14 at approximately 3 p.m., a summer camp employee near Hyampom encountered a mountain lion which attacked, causing minor injuries.
Although the encounter is alarming, CDFW officials stressed how unusual mountain lion attacks are, stating a person is more likely to be struck by lightning.
If you do see a mountain lion, never run away; make loud noises, face the animal, and don't turn your back.
CDWF discovered the euthanized mountain lion was different from the one that attacked the camp employee, who was injured but not severely.
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