Diver Killed By 16-Foot Shark in Popular Australian Tourist Hotspot
Summary
A 38-year-old diver died after being attacked by a 16-foot great white shark near Rottnest Island, Western Australia, on May 16, 2026. Despite attempts to save him, emergency responders were unable to revive the man, who had been spearfishing with friends at the time.Key Facts
- The attack happened at Horseshoe Reef, about 19 miles off Perth’s coast.
- The shark involved was a large great white, around 16 feet long.
- Friends pulled the diver from the water and emergency workers gave CPR, but he died.
- Authorities had previously spotted a large white shark in the area and warned the public to be cautious.
- This was the second fatal shark attack in Australia in 2026 and the first in Western Australia that year.
- Spearfishing can increase the risk of shark attacks by attracting sharks through vibrations and injured fish in the water.
- Experts say shark attacks on humans are rare and usually happen by mistake or curiosity, not because sharks hunt people.
- Australia averages about 20 shark attacks a year, with fewer than three deaths annually. Globally, shark attacks are uncommon compared to the number of ocean visitors.
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