Kayaker Bitten Twice by Shark Off Malibu Coast

A kayaker fishing off the coast of Malibu suffered two shark bite wounds on Sunday morning. The encounter took place near Paradise Cove in Los Angeles County. According to witnesses, the fisherman had reeled in what they believed to be a mako shark and was in the process of releasing it when the animal attacked.

The shark reportedly bit the kayaker twice before it swam away. The Los Angeles County Fire Department initially termed it a shark attack but later referred to it as a fishing accident. The victim sustained injuries to his legs, including marks on his lower leg and above the knee.

Another fisherman pulled the injured man onto his boat and brought him back to shore. The victim, who had contacted his girlfriend, a retired lifeguard, received assistance on land until emergency responders arrived. He was then transported to a local hospital for treatment.

This incident occurred during October, a period when warmer coastal waters in Southern California tend to attract more sharks, including juvenile sharks and their prey. These warmer, shallow waters often serve as nursery grounds for young sharks.