A man is in critical condition following a suspected shark attack on Rottnest Island, Australia. The victim, a man in his 30s, was quickly transported to the hospital after a large white shark was spotted near the island. Emergency services responded to the incident at Geordie Bay on Saturday, May 16, at 10 am local time.
A rescue operation involving a helicopter, paramedics, and police swiftly took place. The man was safely brought to shore by boat and attended to by ambulance paramedics. Authorities were alerted to the potential shark attack at Geordie Bay, but no further details are currently available.
Reports from Surf Life Saving WA indicated a five-meter white shark was seen 80 meters offshore earlier that morning. Rottnest Island, a popular tourist spot off Perth, is renowned for its stunning beaches and unique quokka population.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is collaborating with local authorities to gather more information on the incident. This event follows a series of shark attacks earlier in the year, including the tragic case of 12-year-old Nico Antic in Sydney. The community is on high alert after these recent incidents, with authorities closely monitoring the situation.