Deadly shark attack prompts rare kill order in Western Australia

Deadly shark attack prompts rare kill order in Western Australia An uncommon catch‑and‑kill order has been issued for a large white shark off the coast of Western Australia after a man was killed while swimming at a popular spot on Friday. His body has not been recovered. Authorities said beaches along the state’s coastline, including those in the Perth metropolitan area, will remain closed until at least Sunday as the search for the shark continues. It is the second shark incident in Western Australia this week and the third fatal attack recorded in the state so far this year. The attack occurred at Sorrento Beach in Perth’s northern suburbs. The swimmer has been identified as 63‑year‑old Greg O’Neil, according to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. "Greg loved the water and was known as a passionate swimmer, sports lover, dedicated individual and an all‑round generous, witty guy," his household said in a connection to the broadcaster. Witness Jacqui Rapaic told the ABC that two men were swimming, but only one made it back to shore, and that she could spot "a excavation of blood" in the water. Another witness told WAtoday that she saw the man being "mauled" as the shark "tossed him around similar a fish". Members of the public reported seeing a 2.5m‑long (8ft 2in) shark in the vicinity at about the same time. Officials from Perth’s Joondalup area, where Sorrento is located, said each beaches were closed "as a precautionary measure" and would stay truthful until at least midday on Sunday. Images show the coastline being patrolled by a police vessel and a helicopter.