Scuba diver killed in shark attack off Queensland
The 20-year-old suffered bites around the legs and could not be saved by paramedics.
A 20-year-old scuba diver has died after being attacked by a shark off the coast of Queensland.
The man was attacked at around 2pm near Indian Head on the eastern side of Fraser Island.
A doctor and nurse at the scene provided first aid until paramedics arrived and were winched down by helicopter.
The attack happened not far from where 23-year-old Queensland wildlife ranger Zachary Robba was fatally mauled by a great white shark in April.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that the attack was a tragic event for the community.
“Our deepest condolences go to this young man’s family and friends,” he said. “The loss of a young life with his future before him is a tragedy beyond words. We share their sadness and grief.”
At least four people have died in shark attacks in Australia this year.
A 57-year-old diver was killed off Western Australia in January and a 60-year-old surfer died near Kingscliff in New South Wales in June.
