Horror in the water: Gut German tourist from Hai in Thailand!

Horror in the water: Gut German tourist from Hai in Thailand!

In the popular holiday region Khao Lak, Thailand, a 57-year-old German tourist was victim of a shocking shark attack. The incident occurred on Friday when the woman bathed in breast -deep water. Suddenly other bathers heard their cry for help. Witnesses report on a large animal that they bit when swimming on their left lower leg. According to reports, the wound was over 30 centimeters long. She was immediately taken to a nearby hospital and then moved to the renowned clinic in Phuket, where the wound is currently cleaned and prepared daily for an early operation, as the Bild newspaper carried out.

First investigation and expert opinions

It is still unclear whether it was actually a shark. The renowned Thai Sea expert Thon Thamronnawasawat speculates on Facebook that a bull shark or a black-top reef shark could have been the attacker. The Phang NGA authorities confirmed that such incidents in the region are extremely rare and are currently investigating the exact circumstances of the attack. Despite the drama of the incident, the situation of the vacationer remains stable, while doctors take care of their serious injuries.

The tourist injury is the first known shark attack in the region this year. Visitors to the beach are concerned, but the responsible authorities assure that the beaches are still safe. Today. Light to inform and clarify other holidaymakers.