07-09-2025

Man dies in suspected shark attack in Sydney

Date: 07-09-2025
Sources: bbc.com: 1 | foxnews.com: 1 | news.sky.com: 1
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Source: foxnews.com

Image content: The image depicts a beach scene with a shark sighting warning. The main subject of the image is the beach, where several people are gathered. * Two yellow diamond-shaped signs are prominently displayed on metal poles in the foreground. + The left sign reads "BEACH CLOSED" in black letters. + The right sign features a black silhouette of a shark and the text "SHARK SIGHTED". * In the background, the ocean is visible, with waves crashing against the shore. + The water is dark blue and appears to be rough. * Several people are present on the beach, some standing or sitting near the water's edge, while others are further back. + One person is wearing a hat and backpack

Summary

A 57-year-old experienced surfer died after being attacked by a large shark while surfing at Long Reef Beach in Sydney, Australia. Witnesses heard the victim scream 'don't bite me' before the attack, which resulted in multiple limb losses. The incident led to beach closures and an investigation into the shark species involved.

Key Points

  • Victim was an experienced surfer and father
  • Shark estimated to be around six meters long
  • First fatal shark attack in Sydney since February 2022

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Man dies after suspected shark attack in Sydney

A man died after a suspected shark attack on a Sydney beach. The victim, an experienced surfer, was bitten by a large shark while surfing with friends. He was pulled out of the water and died at the scene. The incident has resulted in beach closures in the area.
Entities: Sydney, New South Wales, Long Reef Beach, Northern Beaches, Surf Life SavingTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Man dies after 'large shark' attacked him at beach in Sydney, Australia | Fox News

A 57-year-old man died after being attacked by a 'large shark' while surfing at Long Reef Beach in Sydney, Australia. The victim, an experienced surfer and father, lost multiple limbs in the attack. Witnesses reported hearing screams of 'don't bite me' as the shark attacked. The beach was closed, and authorities are investigating the species of shark involved. This was the first fatal shark attack in Sydney since February 2022.
Entities: Long Reef Beach, Sydney, Australia, New South Wales Police, John DuncanTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Man killed in shark attack in Australia after screams of 'don't bite me' heard | World News | Sky News

A 57-year-old man, identified as Mercury Psillakis, was killed in a shark attack at Long Reef Beach in Sydney, Australia, on Saturday. Witnesses described hearing the victim scream 'don't bite me' before the attack. The shark was estimated to be around six meters long. The incident occurred just before Father's Day in Australia, and the victim was a married father of a young daughter. Authorities have recovered parts of the victim's surfboard and are searching for the shark using drones. This was the first fatal shark attack in Sydney since February 2022.
Entities: Mercury Psillakis, Long Reef Beach, Sydney, Australia, Mark MorgenthalTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform