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An Australian tourist has died after being attacked by a shark in waters off New Caledonia in the South Pacific, according to public broadcaster New Caledonia 1 TV.
The 59-year-old man was swimming near a pontoon at Château-Royal beach in the capital Nouméa when a shark attacked him around 4 p.m. local time on Sunday, New Caledonia 1 reported.
Two people rescued the man on a jet-ski and CPR was performed, but he didn’t survive his injuries, according to the broadcaster.
In response, authorities closed beaches in Nouméa, a popular destination for international tourists in the French overseas territory.
“Swimming and nautical activities are closed in a 300-meter coastal band until further notice,” Nouméa City Council said in a statement.
A shark culling was also activated following the attack, New Caledonia 1 added.