Man killed in shark attack at Rottnest Island
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- A 38-year-old man died after being bitten by a 4-meter shark at Horseshoe Reef, Rottnest Island, near Perth.
- Paramedics attempted CPR but could not revive him.
- Authorities are urging caution in the area.
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Rottnest Island is a popular tourist destination off Perth's coast. Shark attacks, while rare, can occur in Australian waters.
A 38-year-old man has been killed in a shark attack at Rottnest Island, off Perth.
Authorities have confirmed the man was bitten by a shark just before 10am at Horseshoe Reef, north of Marjorie Bay on the western part of the island.
The man was transported by boat to the Geordie Bay jetty, where paramedics performed CPR, but he could not be revived.
Aerial vision showed a Water Police boat tethered to a smaller boat, which was equipped with spearfishing gear.
The RAC rescue helicopter was sent to Rottnest Island in the aftermath of the attack but was later stood down.
WA Police will prepare a report for the coroner.
In a statement, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) said it received a report the man was bitten by a 4 metre shark.
DPIRD urged people to take additional caution around the Horseshoe Reef, and Marjorie Bay areas, and a department patrol vessel will be out on the water monitoring the area.
Rottnest Island is a popular tourist destination off Perth's coast.
Preguntas abiertas
- What species of shark was it?
- What were the specific circumstances leading up to the bite?
- Will there be any closures or further restrictions implemented?