Black bear killed after attacking 15-year-old boy in eastern Arizona

A 3-year-old black bear was killed Thursday night after it attacked a teenage boy in Alpine, according to the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

The 15-year-old boy received injuries to the face and arm and was treated at a hospital, according to officials.

A Facebook post by Carol Edington Hawkins showed photos of her son after the bear attack.

"We are feeling so blessed today and thankful to our Heavenly Father," the Facebook post read. "Yesterday a bear came into my parent’s cabin in Alpine and attacked Brigham while he was watching TV alone. Parker heard Brigham’s screams and got the bear away from him and Shane was able to get to Brigham. So many miracles worked together to keep Brigham safe."

The post continued to thank Alpine first responders, Arizona Game and Fish, the hospital and others for their help.

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"We also appreciate all the prayers said on Brigham’s behalf," stated Hawkins in her post. "Not many kids can say they got in a fight with a bear and came out on top."

According to the Game and Fish Department., the boy was seated inside a cabin when a bear entered through an open door and swiped at him from behind. After leaving the cabin, the bear approached other family members before re-entering the cabin and swiping at the boy's arm a second time.

Wildlife officers went to the scene and killed the bear, according to officials. Its carcass will be tested for disease by department wildlife health specialists.

Officials advise that if you encounter a bear exhibiting concerning behavior, such as lingering in human-populated areas and displaying no fear of humans, you should contact Game and Fish Department at 623-236-7201. If there is an emergency, call 911.

This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Bear killed by Arizona Game and Fish Department officers after attack