Shark attacks 4 people at Texas beach on Fourth of July

Recently on the Fourth of July, a day typically associated with celebrations and beach outings, tragedy struck on South Padre Island, Texas, when multiple individuals fell victim to a shark attack. The South Padre Island Police Department and the U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area confirmed that four people were injured during the encounters with the ocean predator along Beach Access 14, near Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill.

The incidents unfolded around 11 a.m. local time, sending shockwaves through the community and prompting swift responses from first responders. According to reports, South Padre Island police and fire department personnel quickly arrived at the scene to provide immediate medical treatment. One of the victims, a male, sustained severe injuries to his leg and was subsequently transported to a nearby hospital for further care.