Bee Swarm Kills Worker at Scottsdale Facility

Nicholas Lopez Soto, 65, died and two others were hospitalized after a bee swarm attack at the Vi at Silverstone Independent Living Facility in Scottsdale, Arizona. The incident occurred while the men were preparing an exterior column for a beekeeper to remove a hive, with Soto and another worker trapped on a lift and suffering numerous stings before being rescued. Soto was found unconscious and died at the hospital, while the other two men were treated for multiple stings and are in stable condition. Experts believe the bees were likely from an Africanized colony, which are common in Arizona, and note that attacks can be especially dangerous during periods of extreme heat and limited food. Authorities are still investigating the source of the bees and whether they remain in the area. The case underscores the hazards of working near active hives and the need for professional intervention.