Swimmer dies after shark bite at Perth's Sorrento Beach
Emergency services were called to the popular beach on Friday morning after reports of a shark-related incident
A man has died after being bitten by a shark off Sorrento Beach in Perth's north, according to a report by The Guardian.
Emergency services were called to the popular beach at about 10.30am on Friday following reports of a shark-related incident, the report said.
Further details about the circumstances of the incident, including the identity of the victim and the type of shark involved, were not immediately available.
Sorrento Beach is a well-known swimming and recreational spot in Perth's northern suburbs. Authorities have not yet released additional information on any beach closures or safety measures implemented in response to the incident.
This is a developing story and further details are expected to be released by authorities in the coming hours.
Sources
- Swimmer dies after being bitten by shark off popular Perth beach — The Guardian — World
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