Lifeguards close La Perouse beaches following shark attack
- Published Date
- 23/02/2018
- News Topic
- Beaches & Lifeguards
Randwick City Council Lifeguards are closing beaches around La Perouse on Saturday 24 February following a shark attack at Congwong Beach at around 6pm this evening Friday 23 February.
A woman was swimming at the Botany Bay beach when a shark bit her right leg causing serious wounds. She is currently in hospital.
Randwick Mayor Lindsay Shurey said the community is in shock following the attack.
“From all accounts the woman was very lucky and certainly the whole community's heartfelt thoughts are with her for a full recovery.
“I’ve lived in the area for 25 years and this is the first confirmed shark attack in Randwick City. We’re all a little shocked and concerned.
“As a precaution, Council Lifeguards have immediately closed all the La Perouse beaches including including Congwong, Little Congwong, Yarra Bay and Frenchman’s Bay for at least Saturday.
“Council Lifeguards will be stationed at the usually unpatrolled beaches on Saturday to advise swimmers not to swim.”
Council enquiries are continuing.
Media enquiries:
- Joshua Hay – 0402 351 459 or joshua.hay@randwick.nsw.gov.au
- Chelsea Hunter – 0419 694 983 or chelsea.hunter@randwick.nsw.gov.au