Surfer missing, feared dead in South Australia shark attack.
OAN’s Abril Elfi
2:35 PM – Wednesday, November 1, 2023
South Australian authorities are on the hunt for the body of a missing surfer who is believed to have fallen victim to a great white shark.
Yesterday, South Australian police issued a statement regarding the search for a 55-year-old man who went missing while surfing near Granites Beach at around 10:20 a.m. A witness reported seeing a shark attack the man.
According to multiple witnesses, the man was among a group of about 12 surfers when the shark launched its attack.
“The shark grabbed him, pulled him back down, brought him back up, pulled him back down again,” the witness told the press.
Despite extensive air and water searches conducted by authorities and local volunteers, the man’s body has not yet been found. The search resumed this morning.
While officials have not disclosed the shark species responsible for the attack, surfer Jeff Schmucker, who witnessed the incident, claimed it was a 13-foot great white shark.
Schmucker also mentioned that he swam over to assist the injured surfer but only discovered the surfboard with a large bite mark.
Another witness, Ian Brophy, vividly described the moment he saw the predator and how it swiftly took the surfer underwater, leaving behind a trail of blood and the surfboard resurfacing.
“I saw him in the waves and the shark had his body in his mouth — it was pretty gruesome,” he continued. “Within a few minutes, there was no sign of the surfer’s body. It took every bit of him, I think.”
Police Superintendent Paul Bahr emphasized the need for surfers and water enthusiasts in the area to be aware of the risks.
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South Australian authorities are currently searching for the body of a missing surfer who is presumed to have been attacked by a great white shark. The incident occurred near Granites Beach, and witnesses have provided details of the attack.
According to reports, the 55-year-old man went missing while surfing with a group of about 12 individuals. A witness stated that they saw the shark attack the man, pulling him underwater and resurfacing multiple times. Despite extensive search efforts conducted by authorities and volunteers, the man’s body has not yet been recovered.
The search for the missing surfer resumed this morning, as officials and local volunteers continue their efforts to locate him. While the authorities have not disclosed the specific species of shark responsible for the attack, one witness, Jeff Schmucker, claimed it was a 13-foot great white shark. Schmucker also mentioned that he attempted to assist the injured surfer but only found the surfboard with a large bite mark.
Another witness, Ian Brophy, provided a vivid description of the attack. He stated that he saw the predator with the surfer’s body in its mouth, describing the scene as gruesome.
Shark attacks are a rare occurrence; however, they highlight the potential dangers that exist for those who engage in water activities. Authorities and marine experts continually work to educate the public about shark safety and precautionary measures to prevent such incidents.
In response to this incident, it is crucial for beachgoers and surfers to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions when entering the ocean. Understanding the risks and adhering to safety guidelines can help minimize the potential for shark encounters.
As the search for the missing surfer continues, the community remains hopeful for a positive outcome. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the unpredictable nature of the ocean and the importance of respecting its inhabitants.
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