American Tourist Killed in Shark Attack in Bahamas, Police Say

Published on December 6, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico—A female tourist from Boston was killed Monday by a shark while paddleboarding in the Bahamas, police told reporters. The victim, who was not identified, was attacked less than a mile off the western end of New Providence island, where the capital, Nassau, is located. She was paddleboarding with a man who was not injured, according to Police Sgt. Desiree Ferguson. “We extend our heartfelt condolences…for this most unfortunate situation,” she said. Police said a lifeguard rescued both people with a boat upon seeing what was happening, but the woman suffered serious injuries to the right side of her body and was declared dead at the scene despite CPR efforts....

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