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Canadian woman found dead surrounded by dingoes on Australian beach

Canadian woman found dead surrounded by dingoes on Australian beach

Summary

A 19-year-old Canadian woman was found dead on a beach on K'Gari Island in Australia, surrounded by dingoes. Authorities are investigating whether she died from drowning or an animal attack. The woman worked at a nearby hostel and had planned to swim early that morning.

Key Facts

  • A Canadian woman, 19, was found dead on K'Gari Island's beach.
  • Her body was surrounded by approximately 10 dingoes.
  • The woman told friends she planned to go for an early morning swim.
  • Police have not confirmed if she drowned or was attacked by the dingoes.
  • There were markings on her body suggesting contact with the dingoes.
  • A post-mortem examination is scheduled to determine the cause of death.
  • K'Gari Island is home to a well-known population of dingoes.
  • Local authorities advise against approaching wild dingoes.

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