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Man killed in shark attack off Australia's north-east coast

Man killed in shark attack off Australia's north-east coast

Summary

A 39-year-old man died after a shark attacked him while swimming off the coast of Queensland, Australia. This is the second fatal shark attack in Australian waters within two weeks.

Key Facts

  • The shark attack happened near the Cassowary Coast between Cairns and Townsville.
  • Emergency services found the man in the water and took him to shore, but he died from his injuries.
  • Queensland Police are preparing a report for the coroner on the death.
  • No details about the man's injuries or identity have been released.
  • Another fatal shark attack occurred near Perth, Western Australia, a week earlier.
  • Shark attacks are more common in Australia than in many other places but are rarely fatal.
  • In January, there were four shark encounters in Australia, with only one being fatal.
  • Many popular Australian beaches have protection measures to reduce the risk of shark attacks.
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