Officials from the Egyptian environment ministry reported the incident occurring north of Marsa Alam, a renowned resort town for divers, on Sunday. The two victims, identified as Italian nationals, were attacked in deep waters beyond the designated swimming area. A 48-year-old man from Rome was killed, while a 69-year-old man sustained injuries and was subsequently hospitalized in Port Ghalib, located roughly 30 miles north of Marsa Alam.
Tragic Shark Attack Claims Life of Tourist in Egypt
Tragic Shark Attack Claims Life of Tourist in Egypt
A tourist has tragically lost their life and another has been injured following a shark attack off the Red Sea coast of Egypt.
In response to the attack, Egyptian authorities have closed the swimming area, and investigations are ongoing. Shark attacks have been rare, with only four fatalities reported in the past decade. The last incident was recorded in June 2023, involving a young Russian tourist near Hurgada.
The community expresses deep condolences as safety measures are examined in the wake of this unfortunate event.
Shark attack off Egypt's Red Sea coastline leads to a fatality and injury, prompting investigations and swimming area closure. The victims were Italian nationals exploring the popular diving destination.
The community expresses deep condolences as safety measures are examined in the wake of this unfortunate event.
Shark attack off Egypt's Red Sea coastline leads to a fatality and injury, prompting investigations and swimming area closure. The victims were Italian nationals exploring the popular diving destination.
