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What started as a mysterious disappearance in the waters off Hadera has now taken a tragic turn. Israeli authorities confirmed that human remains were discovered on Tuesday, a day after a rare shark attack left beachgoers in shock and horror. The remains have been transferred to Israel’s Institute of Forensic Medicine for official identification, though local media reports say the victim was a 40-year-old man from central Israel.
The attack took place off Hadera, a seaside town about 40 kilometers north of Tel Aviv, in an area known for its warm waters, thanks to the nearby power plant that discharges hot water into the sea. While this spot is something of a shark hangout, the creatures are generally peaceful swimmers themselves. Fatal shark attacks are virtually unheard of in Israel, making this incident all the more chilling. In fact, this is reportedly just the fourth shark attack ever recorded in the country and the first one believed to have turned deadly.
Social media quickly lit up with videos from the beach, including one showing a shark startlingly close to shore as people screamed from nearby. “I saw blood in the water. It was terrifying,” one eyewitness told local outlet Ynet. “We saw sharks swimming around here even yesterday.”
Authorities are now facing the uncomfortable reality of a deadly attack in waters that have long been considered safe. No official word yet on whether beach access will be restricted, but the incident has already triggered heightened awareness and caution along Israel’s Mediterranean coast.
*Source: BBC
