A 63-year-old man was killed in a suspected shark attack while swimming at Sorrento Beach in the northern suburbs of Perth, Australia, according to local authorities. The victim was identified in media reports as Greg O'Neill, a father and grandfather-to-be.
Emergency services were called to the beach, but the man could not be saved. Officials have not yet confirmed the species involved, though a great white shark is suspected. Sorrento Beach and nearby beaches were closed as a precaution.
Shark attacks are rare, but Australia has seen a number of fatal incidents in recent years. Authorities continue to monitor the area and urge swimmers to follow local safety advice.
