A young fisherman from Urlings is hospitalised with severe hand injuries following a shark attack that occurred while he was spearfishing on Tuesday, according to Antigua News Room.
The fisherman was in the water alongside two companions when the shark struck, inflicting extensive damage to one of his hands. Fellow fishermen responded quickly, coming to his aid before he was transported for emergency medical treatment.
He remains hospitalised as the incident sends ripples through the local fishing community.
As reported by Antigua News Room, several fishermen have noted a growing presence of sharks in coastal waters around Urlings in recent months. The trend has raised safety concerns among those who rely on the sea for both their livelihoods and recreation.
