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Teen critically injured after shark attack in Queensland
A 14-year-old suffered life-threatening injuries after a shark bite near Cook Esplanade; seven attacks have occurred around Thursday Island since 1911, officials said.
- On Saturday, Oct. 11, a 14-year-old boy fishing with friends was bitten on the torso at Cook Esplanade, Thursday Island, about 6.23pm, Torres Shire Council reported.
- Historical data show seven Thursday Island attacks and 66 in the Torres Strait since 1911, while Australia averages roughly 20 shark attacks a year.
- Witnesses and friends dragged the injured boy to shore, then emergency teams treated him for significant abdominal injuries and large blood loss at Thursday Island Hospital, where he underwent urgent surgery.
- The injured teen was airlifted to Townsville University Hospital for advanced care and remains in critical condition, Queensland Health confirmed on Monday, while Premier David Crisafulli said he had been briefed.
- The Torres Shire Council said it will work with Queensland Health and Queensland Police to strengthen signage and water-safety education at popular fishing and swimming spots, while Mayor Elsie Seriat said the community "feels this deeply" and offered prayers.
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Teen In Critical Condition After Shark Attack While Fishing With Friends: "Deeply Concerned"
A shark attacked a 14-year-old boy while he was fishing with his friends on Saturday evening. He survived, but remains in a critical condition in the hospital. What happened: According to a news release by Torres Shire Council, the incident occurred at Cook Esplanade, Thursday Island, in Australia. The Council explains they are “deeply concerned” about the attack. The 14-year-old reportedly entered the water while fishing when the shark attacke…
While his friends were waiting on the beach, the 14-year-old only briefly went into the water - seconds later a shark ripped the teenager's chest and belly open. Only the courageous intervention of his friends saved him from death.
The victim, a 14-year-old boy, is in critical condition after the attack in Australia. ...
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