Fisherman killed in shark attack off Western Australia

A 35-year-old fisherman was killed on Saturday morning following an attack by a suspected 15-foot shark off the coast of Western Australia, near Michaelmas Island, a protected area on the Great Barrier Reef. The incident occurred approximately 240 miles south of Perth. This marks the third fatal shark attack in Australia within less than a month. The victim was brought to shore by boat, but paramedics were unable to revive him. Previous attacks included a 39-year-old man on May 24, who suffered head injuries while spearfishing off the northeast coast, and a 38-year-old man killed by a white shark at Rottnest Island on May 16. In January, a 12-year-old boy also died after a shark attack in Sydney Harbor. Australia typically sees an average of three shark-related fatalities each year. Commercial fisherman Gregory Sharp noted an increase in larger sharks during this time of year, as they pursue sardines and salmon along the coast. He mentioned that attacks are more common in areas with a high seal population, such as King George Sound, where Michaelmas Island is located. Western Australia Premier Roger Cook expressed his condolences on Facebook, stating he was saddened by the incident and extended his thoughts to the victim's family and first responders.