Man dies after shark attack

Man dies after shark attack

By Vijay Narayan
11/03/2016

A man in his 40s has passed away after he was attacked by a shark near Wailevu West in the Northern Division.

The deceased was from Naiqaqi village.

Police spokesperson Inspector Josaia Weicavu said the man had gone out diving when he was attacked by the shark.

He suffered severe injuries to his head and hands.

The post mortem is expected to be conducted soon.

Police advise members of the public to be mindful during this time as more sharks may be in the Fiji waters after Cyclone Winston. 

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