One person has died and two other people were left injured after being attacked by bees in Tucson, Arizona.

The attack took place in the 6600 block of Camino De La Tierra at around 7:30 Monday morning, July 31, said the Drexel Heights Fire District said.

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Officials said two landscapers and a resident were attacked by a swarm of bees. One of the landscapers died on the scene. The resident was taken to a hospital for treatment and is said to be in fair condition.

The second landscaper was stung, but was able to get away.

Cynthia Washington @CynthiaKOLD: Office of Medical Examiner just showed up to bee situation (White SUV). DHFD not releasing info yet #Tucson

DHFD said the resident is stable, and is expected to be released from the hospital Monday.

Officials are still trying to piece together what led to the bee attack.

The landscaper that got away told investigators that the other landscaper approached him and was being attacked by bees.

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