Navy Base Employee Critically Injured in Rare Shark Attack in Florida
The incident took place near the Naval Support Activity Panama City Marina in St. Andrew’s Bay, where base officials confirmed that two men were in the water when one of them was suddenly attacked, sustaining severe injuries to his arms.
Naval Support Activity Panama City commanding officer Tristan Oliveira told local media that emergency response procedures were immediately activated following the attack.
Marine experts cited in local reporting suggested that a bull shark was likely responsible, noting that the species is commonly found in the waters of St. Andrew’s Bay. A research biologist explained that bull sharks sometimes mistake swimmers for prey such as injured sea turtles due to similar surface movement patterns.
He also noted that the area serves as a seasonal nursery habitat for sharks, which can increase the likelihood of encounters during certain times of the year.
Authorities have not released further details on the condition of the injured employee, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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