A fatal shark attack on Australia’s east coast has left a woman dead and a man severely wounded. The incident occurred at Crowdy Bay beach, approximately 224 miles north of Sydney, where emergency services responded to reports of the two victims, both in their 20s, being attacked by a shark at 6:30 am local time.

The man was airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries, while the woman tragically passed away at the scene. Witnesses provided assistance before paramedics arrived. Authorities are collaborating with experts to identify the shark species involved, leading to the closure of Crowdy Bay National Park beach to swimmers.

Known for activities like beach camping and fishing, the park has been an attraction for visitors. This recent incident follows a previous shark attack in September, where a man in his 50s was fatally mauled by a shark off a Sydney beach. Sections of the man’s surfboard were recovered at Long Reef Beach.

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