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FD: Man dies after bee attack in Peoria

The incident happened Wednesday evening near 95th Avenue and Butler Drive.

PEORIA, Ariz. — A 83-year-old man died after he was swarmed by bees at a Peoria home on Thursday, according to Peoria firefighters. 

Firefighters said when fire crews arrived at the home near 95th Avenue and Butler Drive, they found an adult male that had been moved inside the home with numerous bee stings and was in full cardiac arrest. 

Firefighters said the bees were no longer active when firefighters arrived, and lifesaving efforts by the crew were unsuccessful.  

The scene was turned over to Peoria police for further investigation.

The victim is not being identified at this time.

This is a developing story. Stay with 12News for updates.

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