Shark Attacks Man at Sydney Beach: Third Incident in Two Days

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Shark Attacks Man at Sydney Beach: Third Incident in Two Days

A man has reportedly suffered serious injuries from a shark attack at a beach in Sydney. This incident occurred at North Steyne Beach in Manly on the evening of Monday, just after 6 PM.

Details of the Shark Attack

Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. Steve Pearce, the president of Surf Lifesaving NSW, characterized the incident as “bad.” The injured man received treatment at the location, though his current condition remains unclear.

Continued Concern over Shark Attacks

This event marks the third shark attack in Sydney within a span of just over 24 hours. Earlier, on Sunday, a 12-year-old boy was attacked at a harbour beach in Vaucluse, resulting in critical injuries.

  • Location: North Steyne Beach, Manly
  • Date: Monday evening, time of incident was shortly after 6 PM
  • Previous Incidents:
    • Sunday: 12-year-old boy attacked at Vaucluse
    • Tuesday: A boy narrowly escaped injury at Dee Why after his surfboard was bitten

NSW Ambulance Paramedics and police remain present at the site, ensuring the safety of other beachgoers amidst rising concerns over shark activity.

With increased shark encounters reported, surfers and swimmers are advised to exercise caution when entering the water at Sydney beaches.