A pedestrian in Haveli district of Azad Kashmir died of injuries sustained after a bear attack on Saturday.

The elderly victim, identified as Abdullah Awan, was passing through the area when the wild animal attacked and began mauling him.

Awan was moved to the hospital after the attack, however, he died of critical injuries sustained during the attack.

The locals demanded the Wildlife Department take notice of the matter and take measures to safeguard the lives of the residents of the area.