Body of triathlete apparently killed by shark found on California beach
Erica Fox’s remains were found after nearly weeklong search, marking a rare shark-related fatality for California
TL;DR
- The body of California triathlete Erica Fox was found on a beach near Santa Cruz.
- Fox went missing on December 21st after a swim with a group near Monterey.
- A witness reported seeing a shark with a human body in its mouth.
- Fox's husband and father confirmed her death.
- Authorities conducted a large-scale search and rescue operation which was later suspended.
- The Santa Cruz county sheriff's office is investigating the recovery of the body.
- Fox was described as an empathetic and kind person who loved swimming and participated in triathlons.