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Kayaker Bitten by Shark Twice While Trying to Release It Off Malibu Coast in California, Authorities Say
Fire officials later called the incident a fishing accident after the shark bit the kayaker twice and sent him to a hospital.
- On Sunday, a kayaker was bitten twice while fishing off the California coast near Malibu, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The incident occurred just after 8:30 a.m. along the West Pacific Coast Highway.
- Officials say the kayaker was fishing approximately a half mile offshore when he caught the shark. While attempting to release the animal, the shark bit him and caused him to fall from his kayak.
- After falling into the water, the shark bit the victim a second time, the Los Angeles County Fire Department stated. The department initially called it a shark attack but later characterized the event as a fishing accident.
- Emergency personnel transported the victim to a local hospital following the morning encounter. His condition remains unknown as of Monday, according to officials who provided no additional details regarding injury severity.
- No additional information regarding the victim's status is currently available. Copyright 2026 KABC via CNN Newsource reports that local authorities continue reviewing the incident as investigation remains ongoing.
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24 heuresA kayaker had a very bad fishing day off Malibu when a shark he had just caught bitten twice.
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