Man bitten by shark in New Smyrna Beach, officials say

Volusia County Beach Safety: Man bitten on right leg by shark

NEW SMRYNA BEACH, Fla. – A man was bitten by a shark Saturday afternoon in New Smyrna Beach, according to Volusia County Beach Safety.

Officials said a 49-year-old Arizona man was bitten at about 4:30 p.m. on the right leg by a shark.

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The man was treated at the scene and not transported by ambulance, officials said. The man drove himself to a medical center to seek further care, according to the news release.

On Saturday, Volusia County Beach Safety said it rescued 32 people from the ocean without incident, officials said.


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