AFRICAN killer bees   claimed the life of one person and badly stung six others in Los Santos on Monday and Tuesday.

Local police confirmed the death of 71­-year-­old Juan Carvajal in Llano Largo. The victim was found dead by his brother.

It is the first case of a death by Africanized bees in Los Santos so far in 2017.

A bee attack was also reported in La Pacheca , where  area six people were stung, including one victim who was stung 54 times.

The last time a death was reported from a bee sting in Los Santos was 2008, when there were three fatalities.

Reports from local fire brigades reveal that they are receive several reports weekly of bee attacks.

Africanized bees, also called killer bees, are known for their aggressive behavior