News · 16 May 2026

Man Dies After Great White Strikes Off Perth Coast

A 38-year-old man has died after a great white shark attack off Rottnest Island, Western Australia. The attack occurred at Horseshoe Reef on Saturday morning. Bystanders transported the victim by boat to Geordie Bay Jetty, where paramedics and police performed CPR. He could not be revived.

By BriefTea Editorial · 16 May 2026 at 10:33

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