Shark attacks boy swimming in Sydney Harbor, leaving him in critical condition
January 18, 2026 / 10:09 AM EST / CBS/AFP
TL;DR
- A teenage boy was critically injured in a shark attack in Sydney Harbor on Sunday.
- The boy sustained serious leg injuries and received immediate first aid, including two medical tourniquets.
- Shark Beach and nearby harbor beaches were closed following the incident.
- Authorities are working to identify the shark species involved.
- This is the third confirmed shark attack globally in less than a month, with other recent incidents in the U.S. Virgin Islands and California.
- Scientists suggest factors like crowded waters and rising ocean temperatures may contribute to increased shark attacks.