Diver dies in shark attack off the coast of Western Australia

A 35-year-old man died following a shark attack while spearfishing with his family off Michaelmas Island, southeast of Perth, Western Australia. The incident occurred on Saturday at 11:25 local time, with officials estimating the shark to be approximately 4.5 meters in length. Despite efforts by medical personnel after the man was transported to shore by boat, he could not be resuscitated. The Western Australian police are preparing a report for the coroner, and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is assisting in the ongoing investigation. Authorities have issued a request for the public to report any shark sightings in the area. This event follows a fatal shark attack less than a month prior, involving 38-year-old Steven Mataboni, who was killed by a 4-meter shark near Horseshoe Reef. While shark attacks occur in Australia more frequently than in many other regions, the majority of such encounters are non-fatal.