Father Saves Son from Mountain Lion Attack at California Park

The 5-year-old boy sustained significant injuries but is recovering after the dramatic rescue at Malibu Creek State Park.

The attack occurred during a family picnic in the Tapia Day Use Area of Malibu Creek State Park.
The boy's father fought off the mountain lion, causing it to release the child.
The child was airlifted to Northridge Hospital Medical Center and later released.
Authorities euthanized the mountain lion, deeming it a public safety threat.
Mountain lion attacks on humans are rare, with fewer than 50 incidents recorded in California since 1890.