Shark kills Australian – authorities take unprecedented measures

A shark attacked 63-year-old Greg O'Neill while he was swimming off Sorrento Beach in Western Australia. Regional authorities have authorized the destruction of the predator for the first time in 10 years, despite its protected status. The victim's body has not been found.

A fatal shark attack occurred off the coast of Western Australia, near Sorrento Beach close to Perth, claiming the life of 63-year-old Greg O'Neill. The incident happened on the morning of Friday, September 18, witnessed by bystanders who compared it to a scene from the movie "Jaws." The victim's body has not yet been recovered. Regional authorities, including Fisheries Minister Jackie Jarvis, made an unprecedented decision: they ordered the destruction of the shark. This is the first such case in 10 years, despite great white sharks being under strict state protection. Western Australian Premier Roger Cook expressed condolences to the family. Sorrento Beach has been closed, and an investigation has been launched.