The woman, identified by the DNR as Karen Frye, reported the attack that happened near the town of Comstock in Barron County around 2 p.m. She was able to call 911 and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Frye was eventually transferred to Regions Hospital in St. Paul.

A 69-year-old Wisconsin woman is recovering after she was attacked by a black bear and hospitalized for her injuries. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. local time on Saturday, July 12 outside the rural home of victim Karen Frye near Comstock.