Teenage girl killed in shark attack off Australia's east coast

4/2/2025 14:08

A female swimmer has died in a shark attack in the waters off a popular tourist spot on Australia's east coast, authorities said.



Queensland state police said on Monday, emergency crews were called to the Woorim Beach at Bribie Island, about 80 kms (50 miles) north of Brisbane around 5 p.m. (0600 GMT) on Monday following reports of a serious shark bite incident.



A police spokesperson said, "The female was swimming when she was bitten by a shark ... the female sustained life-threatening injuries and succumbed to those injuries."



Police did not disclose the age of the victim though Australian media widely reported the victim was a 17-year-old girl.



Christopher Potter, a resident, said the beach is frequently used by swimming groups through the day.



He said, "It's known there are a lot of sharks around Bribie, but this close to shore, it's still a shock."