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5-Year-Old Boy Attacked by Mountain Lion in Malibu Creek State Park, Now Recovering Child Airlifted to Hospital After Father Fights Off Mountain Lion During Family Picnic
On Sunday, a five-year-old boy was attacked by a mountain lion while he was with his family at Malibu Creek State Park on Sunday according to reports from a state agency and KTLA News. According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) press release, the boy was attacked at around 4:30 p.m. as his family was having a picnic at Tapia Park. A mountain lion came out of the trees, and the boy was grabbed by the mountain lion by the head. The animal
attempted to drag the child away while his terrified family members and several other children looked on in horror. The boy’s aunt, who spoke to KTLA anonymously, recounted the harrowing moment. “Somebody screamed the baby’s name, and his dad started running,” she said. “The father grabbed the mountain lion with his hands and fought it off. Then the mountain lion let go.” Approximately 40 people witnessed the attack, and some of the witnesses said that the mountain lion showed no fear of anyone. Responders from California State Park Rangers, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, CDFW officers, and Los Angeles Fire and Rescue arrived soon after the incident. The boy was airlifted to Northridge Hospital Medical Center for treatment and was released later that evening. However, this child was returned to the hospital because of complications having to do with his facial wounds to his eyes.
Authorities located the mountain lion in a nearby tree, where it had retreated after the attack. After consulting with CDFW wildlife officers and conducting tests to confirm the attack, a state park ranger deemed the mountain lion a
public safety threat and euthanized it. The CDFW press release said, “CDFW and State Park officials are thankful that the family is safe, the child is recovering, and no one else was injured.”
Local Santa Monica Restaurant Isla Announces Closure After 18 Months of Service Restaurant Will Close Its Doors on September 21, Cites Economic Challenges
Isla, a popular local Santa Monica restaurant, will close on September 21, 2024, after 18 months in operation. The closure is due to economic challenges faced by the restaurant and the broader hospitality industry. It was opened by the team behind Crudo y Nudo, Chef Brian Bornemann, and interdisciplinary artist Leena Culhane. In a heartfelt statement, Isla expressed deep gratitude for the community’s support throughout its business. “We are incredibly thankful for our guests’ loyalty and our staff’s dedication. It has
been a privilege to be part of so many special moments in your lives,” the statement read. Despite the restaurant’s struggles, the team behind Isla has been performing at its best. The kitchen, led by Chef de Cuisine @not_my_ritchieee, has continued to impress diners, while the wine list, curated by @jobrisk and @ brittmhoffman, and the cocktail program by @craftandconsume, have received high praise. Under the leadership of @mrpmdyoung, the front-of-house team has delivered exceptional service throughout Isla’s tenure. In the final three weeks of operation, Isla will continue to serve its full menu at 2424 Main Street. The team encourages guests to visit and celebrate the time they’ve had to bring their culinary vision to life. The restaurant also said, in a second post, “Our dear friend @nedbenson will DJ for the final Isla Noches this coming Friday, 9/6. As sad as we are
to be closing, we couldn’t think of a more perfect person to play us out. Ned and his partner (and @lorenzarose winemaker) Michèle have been incredibly supportive of me and Brian and all three restaurants we opened since 2021. They are inspiring creatives, super foodies, and beloved friends. Our hi-fi system has basically run round the clock since it was installed, and that, too, is Ned’s doing. Music is such an integral part of giving a space a sense of place, and we’re super grateful to have someone who shares that love and belief to spin Isla’s swan songs. If you’re gonna go out, go out dancing. See you Friday!”