Shark sighted off Safety Bay Beach

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Thursday, 27 May 2021 09:00

By Marion Print

A shark of unknown species has been reported off Safety Bay Beach in Rockingham.

A member of the public reported spotting a fin just after 8 o'clock this morning.

The caller was driving past the area and no other information was provided.

All shark sightings should be reported to the Water Police on (08) 9442 8600.

Public report unknown sp. shark sighted 08:10hrs 27/05, Safety Bay Beach, Rockingham , Fin sighted, caller was driving by no further information known.
— Surf Life Saving WA (@SLSWA) May 27, 2021

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