Unfortunately, more Tiger shark news at Cocos Island.
German Diver Dodges Shark Attack in Isla del Coco Costa Rica - Costa Rica Star News
A 30-year-old German tourist that was participating in a scuba diving expedition at Isla del Coco, Costa Rica, had the scare of a lifetime when a tiger shark went after him.
According to the report given by a witness to local news site CRHOY, the foreigner was diving along with other tourists in the sector known as Manuelita at around 10:40 on Saturday, April 28, when a shark went after the tourist but luckily got a hold of his diving equipment.
The European quickly reacted and was able to get rid of the gear and swim to the surface.
Park rangers were notified of the incident and immediately offered attention to the group. The young man was shaken up by the experienced but miraculously suffered no injuries.
The group of divers began their return to Puntarenas this Saturday afternoon.
German Diver Dodges Shark Attack in Isla del Coco Costa Rica - Costa Rica Star News
A 30-year-old German tourist that was participating in a scuba diving expedition at Isla del Coco, Costa Rica, had the scare of a lifetime when a tiger shark went after him.
According to the report given by a witness to local news site CRHOY, the foreigner was diving along with other tourists in the sector known as Manuelita at around 10:40 on Saturday, April 28, when a shark went after the tourist but luckily got a hold of his diving equipment.
The European quickly reacted and was able to get rid of the gear and swim to the surface.
Park rangers were notified of the incident and immediately offered attention to the group. The young man was shaken up by the experienced but miraculously suffered no injuries.
The group of divers began their return to Puntarenas this Saturday afternoon.
