'Lot of blood in the water': Kayakers helped shark attack victim to safety

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Authorities believe a swimmer may have been bitten by a bull shark at a popular Perth swimming spot. 9News

Two kayakers helped get the shark bite victim to safety.

Both said shark sightings in the river were extremely rare, though they had heard warnings in the past.Bull sharks are known to be present in the Swan River but an attack has not happened in half a century. Mr McGowan said it was the first time anyone had been attacked by a shark in the Swan River in 50 years.Mr McGowan said Mr Wrathall had received a "serious" bite and was rescued by kayakers.The victim was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital after he reportedly received CPR at the scene.

 

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