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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
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Boy, 7, Loses Part of His Leg and Suffers 'Long and Deep Wounds' in Shark Attack
A 7-year-old boy lost part of his leg in a shark attack while swimming with several other children. The incident occurred at Taiohae Bay in Nuku Hiva, an island in French Polynesia, on Friday, July 25, according to the Agence France-Presse (APF), per Macau Business and 24 News. The young boy was playing in the water with about 10 other children when he was bitten on his right forearm and left hand, as well as one of his calves, which was torn off, The Sun reported. The child was rushed to a local hospital and then airlifted to the larger French Polynesia Hospital Center (CHPF), located about 930 miles from Nuku Hiva. PEOPLE reached out to the French Polynesia Hospital Center (CHPF) for comment on Sunday, July 27, but did not receive an immediate response. A firefighter who assisted on the scene told the AFP that he had never seen anything like the attack. 'I'm 35 years old, and this is the first time I've seen this. These were long and deep wounds,' he said, per Macau Business and 24 News. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'It's probably related to the fish carcasses that fishermen throw in this area,' the firefighter continued, adding, 'There are many sharks, such as blacktips, hammerheads, and lemon sharks.' French Polynesia is home to over 30 shark species, according to Forbes. A recent study that surveyed over 60 years of shark bites in the region found that many attacks were triggered by human behaviors, like spearfishing and harpooning, and were often a defensive response, the outlet Bay is a popular spot for local fishermen, as well as cruise ships and sailboats, according to a Nuku Hiva tourism site. The surrounding area is known for its many waterfalls, scenic hikes and rich cultural heritage. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Boy, 7, Loses Part of His Leg and Suffers 'Long and Deep Wounds' in Shark Attack
The young boy was playing in the water with about 10 other children when the attack took place A 7-year-old boy lost part of his leg in a shark attack while swimming with several other children. The incident occurred at Taiohae Bay in Nuku Hiva, an island in French Polynesia, on Friday, July 25, according to the Agence France-Presse (APF), per Macau Business and 24 News. The young boy was playing in the water with about 10 other children when he was bitten on his right forearm and left hand, as well as one of his calves, which was torn off, The Sun reported. The child was rushed to a local hospital and then airlifted to the larger French Polynesia Hospital Center (CHPF), located about 930 miles from Nuku Hiva. PEOPLE reached out to the French Polynesia Hospital Center (CHPF) for comment on Sunday, July 27, but did not receive an immediate response. A firefighter who assisted on the scene told the AFP that he had never seen anything like the attack. 'I'm 35 years old, and this is the first time I've seen this. These were long and deep wounds,' he said, per Macau Business and 24 News. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'It's probably related to the fish carcasses that fishermen throw in this area,' the firefighter continued, adding, 'There are many sharks, such as blacktips, hammerheads, and lemon sharks.' French Polynesia is home to over 30 shark species, according to Forbes. A recent study that surveyed over 60 years of shark bites in the region found that many attacks were triggered by human behaviors, like spearfishing and harpooning, and were often a defensive response, the outlet Bay is a popular spot for local fishermen, as well as cruise ships and sailboats, according to a Nuku Hiva tourism site. The surrounding area is known for its many waterfalls, scenic hikes and rich cultural heritage. Read the original article on People
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Boy, seven, mauled by 13ft shark & has part of leg torn off by beast after jumping into water while playing with friends
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD boy has been attacked by a 13ft shark who ripped off part of the child's leg. The boy was playing with his friends in shark infested waters when the beast grabbed hold of his body. Advertisement 2 A seven-year-old boy has been attacked by a 13ft shark who ripped off part of the child's leg Credit: Getty Horrified witnesses at Taiohae Bay, Nuku Hiva recalled seeing the boy jump from a fisherman's dock moments before being attacked. The child was snagged on his right forearm, left hand and had one of his calves ripped off. He was quickly treated at the scene before being rushed to a local hospital. Doctors decided his injuries were so severe that he was evacuated to the larger Taaone Hospital shortly after arriving. Advertisement Another shark attack victim was left with similar wounds after her calf was torn off in a Fourth of July mauling. Sullivent recalls feeling the beast approach as she tried to kick it to get ot to go away. But the shark suddenly clasped onto her leg and bit off a majority of her left calf. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun It comes as a luxury Maldives getaway turned into a nightmare when a dentist was mauled by a shark in a terrifying attack. Ekaterina Alexandrova, 30, from Moscow, shared footage of the moment she was attacked while snorkelling with a friend. 2 Tabatha Sullivent was one of four people injured in a shark attack on South Padre Island off the southern coast of Texas Credit: Facebook / DHR Health
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Boy, seven, mauled by 13ft shark & has part of leg torn off by beast after jumping into water while playing with friends
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD boy has been attacked by a 13ft shark who ripped off part of the child's leg. The boy was playing with his friends in shark infested waters when the beast grabbed hold of his body. 1 Horrified witnesses at Taiohae Bay, Nuku Hiva recalled seeing the boy jump from a fisherman's dock moments before being attacked. The child was bitten on his right forearm, left hand and had one of his calves ripped off. He was quickly treated at the scene before being rushed to a local hospital. Doctors decided his injuries were so severe that he was evacuated to the larger Taaone Hospital shortly after arriving. Another shark attack victim was left with similar wounds after her calf was torn off in a Fourth of July mauling. Tabatha Sullivent was one of four people injured in a shark attack on South Padre Island off the southern coast of Texas. Sullivent recalls feeling the beast approach as she tried to kick it to get ot to go away. But the shark suddenly clasped onto her leg and bit off a majority of her left calf. It comes as a luxury Maldives getaway turned into a nightmare when a dentist was mauled by a shark in a terrifying attack. Ekaterina Alexandrova, 30, from Moscow, shared footage of the moment she was attacked while snorkelling with a friend. .
