A local surfer tried to fight off a shark for about 30 seconds as he sustained significant injuries to both legs in an attack on the NSW Mid North Coast this morning.
Toby Begg, 44, is believed to have been bitten by 3.8-to-4.2-metre great white shark at Watonga Rocks on Lighthouse Beach, south of Tacking Point in Port Macquarie, about 10am.
He sustained serious injuries from his hip to his calf and lower legs.
The 44-year-old was rushed to Port Macquarie Base Hospital.
Port Macquarie Lifeguards said the beach is now closed due to the shark attack.
“The closure will likely remain in place for at least 24 hours,” lifeguards said.
A Surf Life Saving NSW drone will be operating to try to determine the size and species of the shark involved.
“We hope and pray for a good outcome for the victim involved.”
