‘This Is a Tragedy’: Diver Dies in Shark Attack
A diver has died after being attacked by a shark while spearfishing with his family near a remote island. The 35-year-old was bitten by a suspected 4.5-metre shark after 11 a.m. on June 6 off Michaelmas Island near Albany in Western Australia’s south west. “He was conveyed back to shore by boat where he was met by paramedics,” Western Australia (WA) Police said in a statement. “Sadly, he was unable to be revived.” WA Premier Roger Cook said he was “deeply saddened” by the incident. “This is a tragedy and my thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends, as well as the first responders,” he said in a Facebook post.
TL;DR
- A 35-year-old diver was killed in a shark attack.
- The incident occurred while spearfishing with family near Michaelmas Island, Western Australia.
- The shark was suspected to be 4.5 meters long.
- Paramedics were unable to revive the victim after he was brought ashore.
- The Premier of Western Australia called the event a tragedy and offered condolences.