Boston woman killed in shark attack while paddle boarding in Bahamas

#news #shark #bahamas

[@Fxyoprobably3]

Bahamian here, I still have yet to understand why people think paddle boarding in the damn ocean is a smart idea.

[@katherinebooth647]

Hey fellow Bahamian, when dis happened? 😮😮😮😮

[@Fxyoprobably3]

@@katherinebooth647 last month closer to the end if I recall correctly. Idk why they think this lil piece ah board is safe. One wave and you right off

[@bigisrick]

And 3/4 a MILE out? This is just Darwinism

[@jennycheeks9215]

I agree. I live in Rhode Island. And we don’t typically have sharks, I mean, it’s the ocean, so of course there are sharks, but I don’t believe there’s ever even been a shark attack on the little island i Live on. That being said, I still don’t mess with the ocean. I really can’t understand the people who dive off boats in random parts of the ocean lol. I don’t like the feeling of not knowing what’s below me. Even just thinking about it makes me shake. The ocean ain’t to be messed with. Period

[@ReneeHits]

My thing is! When the family turns around and blames the Country or even try’s to suit the resort they are staying at.

[@Ryan_Christopher]

“You’re gonna need a bigger boat.” You could not pay me enough to Paddle Board anywhere but a clear lake.

[@rogueviking9268]

How about Lake Jesup?😂

[@TampaGrown95]

We got some clear lakes in Florida u can paddle board in 😂

[@AlanMydland-fq2vs]

paronas😂

[@Ryan_Christopher]

@@TampaGrown95 Marshes ain’t lakes. I’ve lived in Florida too.

[@Ryan_Christopher]

@@rogueviking9268 Jesup’s clear alright, as in Clearly Infested.

[@Khaleesi_Of_Kittens]

Paddle boards look like SEALS from underneath, to a shark!! Don't paddleboard in shark infested waters, folks. 😳

[@kapenakaipokapaa]

So do surfboards and boogie boards. Danger is everywhere, can't let that stop you from living life.

[@Gokenshiba]

Has nothing to do with that had to do with shark infested waters like where she was at

[@kcck7588]

No they don’t. Paddle boarders getting attacked by sharks is actually super rare lol

[@iiiSK8orDI3iii]

Sharks don't "infest" waters. It's their home and we intrude.

[@Njw6219]

Resorts shouldn’t offer this

[@OhHellYeahBro]

That female cop (or whoever she was) looks like kelly Rowland!

[@Shamuto7]

now that you mention

[@mjarboesdf]

Your right! She's gorgeous and very well spoken. 😊

[@arizonausa1664]

Who is Kelly roland,

[@princessm.5959]

​@mjarboesdf please stop 'complimenting' black people with "well spoken" it is a microagression based in historical bias and stereotypes. Love, a 'well spoken' black woman

[@lightbourntv2107]

Kelly foland

[@skytzo738399]

“These situations are rare” proceeds to explain how this is the second encounter within two weeks lmao

[@aShamelessHigh]

Because it is rare, they're noting the fact it's frequently happening all of a sudden; durr what's english

[@jeffwelsh205]

Jaws hello ..

[@redgreen3187]

Rare doesn’t mean it can’t happen twice in quick succession. There was that guy who reenacted buying a winning lottery ticket and won again. That doesn’t make yours or anyone else’s chances any higher

[@that_pan_chick8650]

Rare doesn’t mean once in a lifetime. It means that over a period of time, you’ll see it less than other causes of death.

[@memoryrinehart]

They will be less and less rare according to book of revelation "...and by the wild beasts of the earth"

[@kathywhite1166]

Worlds changing, oceans are changing, and they are hungry

[@invaderzim1265]

Plus, overfishing. People are getting gluttonous so as a result, these wild animals will turn on a human, if it ever gets hungry and finds you at the wrong place, at the wrong time. 🐊🐋🐌🦌🐻

[@projectg408]

Yup

[@jaimegarland8856]

@@invaderzim1265yes! This ! I love sharks and learning bout em but at a distance. I’m not going to far in shark infested waters specifically.

[@invaderzim1265]

@@jaimegarland8856 Try teach them, the mighty sea is NOT your friend. We are meant to be land creatures. ⚠️⚡🌊🐬🦐

[@hellotjesmellowtjes9791]

I dont know why they dont expect this? We eat the ocean empty and go swimming in their territory, and then wonder why we get eaten. So dumb

[@tinawindham6958]

It wasn’t empty that day…

[@pennyp7382]

Why don't you stay out of cars. You're stats of dying there are exponentially greater.

[@r.coffman1431]

​@@pennyp7382cars were made for and by humans. The ocean isn't ours, nor did we create it. Get real.

[@Katinahat293]

This!! You’re not the apex predator in the water. Stay out if you really want to live!

[@Katinahat293]

@@pennyp7382💀that’s not even comparable😭😭

[@tygrant9910]

I got married there.. I have been shark diving there with Stuart cove many times... this use to be unheard of... now it is happening frequently.. it has to be overfishing...

[@wecanmakeit2388]

Exactly I blame the law the killing sharks are illegal along with the very activity you mentioned.. Stuart's cove shark feeding... u believe that the sharks are associating humans with food now

[@audrealambert9583]

I believe it's the climate change too

[@bobcatbigpaws5597]

I think the same thing. The waters are being polluted to death and they need to cut back on fishing.

[@ttyngordon]

​@@wecanmakeit2388overfishing is causing sharks to seek out more plentiful prey. Humans are causing sharks to attack more humans.

[@nicoleventresca520]

​@@wecanmakeit2388anything is fair game when u act like prey. Leave the sharks alone stay out of the water

[@Greeneyes1974]

So sad, my prayers go out to everyone who knew her and loved her. Horrible way to die!

[@anice1987]

That's why I stay out of the ocean 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@pennyp7382]

I used to surf and swim where sharks are well known. I always thought if it did happen. What a way to go. Shark turds. 🦈 I had a seal hit my leg. That adrenaline rush is nuts. I got out of the water. Rosarita MX.

[@Myke666]

​@@pennyp7382Mexico? When was that if I may ask

[@jennycheeks9215]

That’s what I said. I can’t even imagine it. Just the mere thought of what she endured makes me Shake. May she Rest in peace ❤

[@JustDvoh]

You know they are there,yet you still get in the water.

[@hoagieheadz5445]

💯

[@ggyjjbc]

I do… I can’t help myself lol. always keep your head on a swivel tho

[@joycedaly1689]

❤Sad story Gently R.I.P. Sincerest Condolences are with *Family&*Loved ones hugs❤ Flint Mich

[@ahehe_]

With that logic, why get in a car when you could crash and die?

[@JustDvoh]

@@ahehe_ It’s very logical to get in a car to get to work, to drive kids to school and to get groceries etc. This is something that must be done. Getting in shark infested waters is simply for thrill seeking. I guess common sense isn’t so common. hehe

[@iamredeemed73]

Hell NAWL, marine spirits acting a fool out there. I'll stay in the pool.

[@MsAmique]

Girl yes. I stay out of the ocean now. I won’t even go ankles deep. I do love the beach, but I love it from the my hotel room. We love the Bahamas, but you won’t find me in that water ever again.

[@Ultraa_ray]

Word they are not playing anymore!!!

[@sjohnsonsj536]

Atleast you’re spiritual eyes are opened

[@blaackberry]

Bruh... I have NEVER trusted the water not even the shallows theres some mysterious stuff happening in there

[@briserenity]

Same here. And I don’t get in dark pools with dark bottoms.

[@valeriespatorico4346]

Why are people so shocked that there are actually sharks, yes sharks in the ocean. They are apex predators, and when you go into the ocean, you are taking a risk

[@fuchsiaswing8545]

It is no different than taking a risk by stepping outside your front door every morning. I've lived my whole life near the water and have never had an issue with sharks. One is more likely to be struck by lightning than to experience a shark attack. Stop scaring people.

[@randompersonn4]

Who is shocked..? Like who are you addressing? Nobody is confused here. Nothing you said added anything to the conversation.

[@valeriespatorico4346]

@@randompersonn4 Why are you so bothered by my comment? Bored much?

[@randompersonn4]

I was simply pointing out how useless it was Lol, everyone is aware there are sharks in the ocean. You're the one who's bothered by a shark attack? for some weird reason... @@valeriespatorico4346

[@manderly109]

@@fuchsiaswing8545 that’s true, she’s just saying, shark attacks are completely preventable. We have to respect nature and understand the risks when we go into nature

[@JoyHarrison]

Stay out of shark infested water!

[@chuck8024]

Not only that but did they say she was three quarters of a mile from the shore? That's far.

[@User_yhvz]

@@chuck8024That’s the real problem here. No reason to go more than 300 feet. Paddle board companies also need to reshape paddle boards so they don’t look like an injured fish floating on the surface. That’s why surfers get attacked sometimes.

[@Ryan_Christopher]

@@User_yhvzAnd what new shape would that be? Round? Square? Next thing you know you’re on a Paddle Raft not Board.

[@antoniocollie865]

Infested?

[@JoyHarrison]

@@antoniocollie865 It's just an expression to show that many of them are in that water.

[@jennycheeks9215]

That’s very sad. What an awful way to die. May she rest in peace

[@cassandrahongmai]

Let’s be honest here ok. Shark attacks are very common. I live in Hawaii. They are way too common. Swim at your own risk people

[@tavspop]

Maybe you should look up some statistics instead of spewing a bunch of b s.

[@shmackedtv4166]

@@tavspopthere’s like multiple attacks a year by me in Long Island New York

[@jaimegarland8856]

It’s def due to overfishing

[@tamsjourney65.]

I m in southern California, I stopped going out into the ocean 30 years ago. Went our way too far, got the heebie geebies while body surfing ,,I felt like something was under me. ,I swam to shore never went out again. It was just a feeling like something was stalking me.

[@helen_124_user]

I'll bet you were right....

[@sherrylawrencelewis2544]

Believe your senses when they warn you!😮

[@teresagalvin6233]

It's like when you can feel someone is staring at you. There was something under you, believe that.

[@rosesmith6208]

i always listen to my instincts. maybe that was your instincts telling something wasnt right.

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

It took THAT for you to finally get it through your head? Lmfao

[@aishacaban1404]

This is definitely a result from overfishing IMO. Shark attacks are getting more common. The waters are changing and the predators are adapting. We are seeing this change irl. Don’t ignore it!!

[@catherinewilliams7150]

Prayers for the family!!!!🙏

[@kevmagill5163]

The horror is unimaginable, My sincere thoughts go out to her, her loved ones... it's humbling, the fragility of humans outside our safe places. I wish healing for all during this difficult time.

[@migglemaggle9500]

Don’t blame it on the shark. They have no place else to live. People are the problem here. Your swimming in their home. AND, you all know about shark attacks right??? Your own fault.

[@beautifulmess2023]

How is this comment helpful or kind? A woman lost her life while on vacation.

[@TylersTake]

Way to be extremely insensitive, and I don’t know maybe they have the other 69.9% of the WORLD to swim. Since the world is 70% ocean lol.

[@helen_124_user]

​@@beautifulmess2023commenter is not here to be a therapist. Are you saying that to every common sense comment??

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

​@@beautifulmess2023 Obviously to try and warn and talk some sense into other idiots who like to go in the ocean And their comment was definitely more useful than YOURS

[@LordM3me]

Annnnnnd of course they show clips of a Great White.

[@WhitFyffe]

Exactly like it’s the only damn shark… And no mention of the aggression between a great white and a tiger shark

[@LordM3me]

@@WhitFyffe Right, sure could be a possibility that it was a Great White but Bahamas and Great White in my mind is not that likely. More likely it was 1) Bull shark, 2) Tiger shark or even a Hammerhead, but most likely 1 or 2.

[@corytynes1009]

Thought i was the only one that noticed that

[@helenmary9628]

God bless her soul 🙏

[@getz1983]

I do not get in the ocean. My feet. That’s about it

[@memoryrinehart]

Me too now... And even feet/calves you must watch out. Really it's still risky. A shark can fly right up to the beach if it wants.

[@branwenf.3761]

Just a little reminder ..when you go into the ocean, your trespassing in someone else's house.. We know so little of our oceans. Humans do not have the advantage in the ocean.

[@ash.leeann8166]

Terrifying. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

[@danielbritton8588]

I lived in Hawaii for 3 years. NEVER touched the water. Exactly for this contingency. I was in the Sub Service though.

[@sterlingarcher1962]

That resort needs to post No Shark Attack Zone signs so this will stop happening!

[@chanelle4286]

No people need to do their research before they decide to swim in the ocean. It's not the resorts responsibility to protect dummies that want to swim with the sharks 🤣🤣

[@sterlingarcher1962]

@@chanelle4286 actually, I was making a reference to the no gun zones that work so well.

[@RealJohnRedcorn]

'No shark attack' zone in the ocean! Makes a lot of sense.

[@sterlingarcher1962]

@@RealJohnRedcorn silly idea huh?Why would a shark follow posted rules? Kinda makes you wonder why people expect criminals would follow posted rules in the same way. Stupid huh? Gun Free Zone much?

[@glow1815]

​@@RealJohnRedcorn😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I think he/she meant "shark zone"

[@christianhadsell8915]

Why are people going into the damn ocean!? Everything is great till you're eaten by a damn shark! Stay outta the water!!!!!

[@kissyfacekassaye9197]

NOT rare. Just RARELY REPORTED

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

Exactly As if they could ever know about ALL the shark attacks lmfao Probably only a small percentage in the world actually get reported

[@hera7884]

Sounds like they might have a serial killer on their hands. A shark targeting humans

[@invaderzim1265]

Probably because of their food supply depleted. Overfishing. Thus that shark was hungry and got the woman.

[@kenziehansen2424]

Increase your chances of survival in a shark attack 100% by staying out of their home

[@pakde8002]

Sheriff: Mayor, we've got a man-eater shark prowling the beaches. Mayor: and?

[@AKirshawn]

3/4 of a mile off the shoreline is pretty far out there...

[@francisvantuyle]

On Martha's Vinyard a chef for a former president of the USA was found dead while paddle boarding. Apparntly the shark that attacked him only wanted his swimsuit.😮

[@ninettaflores7515]

😂😂😂😂

[@Beastmode365]

Conspiracy Time!😱😵😂

[@CalThePlantWitch92]

It was an accidental drowning, not a shark attack.

[@JaniceWright-x4k]

Big Mike

[@xoxokrissi]

Yall better stay tf outta their house.

[@sinceresong9907]

" German woman went missing "... The poor thing was obviously eaten!

[@rosesmith6208]

could of drowned, more people drown then are attacked. one year we went to the outer banks and they had 8 drownings during that summer due to rip currents. we watched as they dragged a guy out (we had just talked to him 10 minutes before)and doing cpr. he did not make it.

[@devinetruth7557]

How many ppl gotta die before they decide to stay out of the damn water.

[@joshroddey7320]

Remember folks sharks dont vacation and they are at the very top of food chain, so you are shark food as soon as you enter ocean ...js js

[@hals999]

It's actually killer whales but not down there obviously but yes it's their territory

[@carolynrussell152]

My sincere condolences to the family

[@alannashea6344]

This is why I refuse to go in the ocean. There is always a chance of this happening even if it’s a small chance it’s not the risk I’m willing to take for me or my children! That’s the sharks home, if they are hungry they will eat it’s their instincts and there is nothing you can do to stop it! They are huge strong apex predators, you are losing that battle whether you are severely hurt or dead.

[@kristenhernandez5746]

I feel so sad for her may she rest in peace 🙏

[@mirandagarrett4231]

😢 This is so sad but this is exactly why I don't venture out into the ocean. It's like basically Breaking and entering into a shark's home and then being surprised when they react

[@gregregor9689]

I surf fish out of Texas. I’ll wade chest deep in unclear water with a chunk of bloody Bonita next to me, and cast out (specifically targeting hammerheads) but you could not pay me to paddle board or kayak in the ocean. Humans don’t really understand the power of these animals. They are massive. 10ft,14ft,16ft+ sharks in these oceans. Weighting hundreds of pounds if not thousands. Once you get 1/2 to 1 mile off shore, you’re right there with the big boys. They are closer to land than most believe.

[@samanthal786]

Terrible. Sending my condolences to her family. May she rest in peace

[@jeromemason9885]

I never understand why anyone would go f’ing paddle boarding make zero sense

[@lehdedici8540]

These places are gorgeous to look at but i prefer to swim in a pool.

[@sharoncoronado2733]

I will never understand the people who paddle board in the ocean and go so far out 🙄 paddle boards are made for lakes where sharks are not swimming around but even still here in Fla you have to watch out for gators 🐊 it’s just a stupid idea period especially if you have no balance

[@phetinsixiengmay9027]

Shark infested waters and y’all renting out paddle boards to tourists. I’m 🙄👀

[@chrisd9248]

It seems shark attacks are starting to slowly become less rare.

[@coleh2407]

Their population has been growing

[@manderly109]

Less food in the ocean. Humans become food!

[@Tmiscia]

Sharks are just what we know abt remember theres so much more of the ocean that unexplored so who knows what else Is down there

[@ScigerN]

Kelly Rowland is so talented, I didn't know she was also a police officer in Bahamas 😍 Jokes aside, Why the hell people are swimming or paddle boarding etc. in waters that they know are full of sharks 🥲🥲 Why would you risk so much, it's so sad..

[@patriciafavela1010]

😂

[@meggun4643]

If you are mad at someone invite them to paddle board while youre in a jetski.

[@faithseymour5152]

So sad I'm from the Bahamas 🇧🇸

[@dillonthomasson623]

Wild RIP. I was swimming off a private island owned by sandals with some turtles this was 7 years ago tho

[@BaloozPitty]

Once you’re in that ocean you’re in something else’s world. I’m terrified of the ocean…imagine being that far off the shoreline?! Nope!

[@Banishedsoulsofficial]

I enjoy the beach as much as anyone. Remember getting in the water is more dangerous than hiking through bear country. You enter into an apex predators home territory, you forfeit your life to their discretion

[@helen_124_user]

🎯

[@rosesmith6208]

always remember if it is salt water there are sharks, always stay close to shore,

[@lisanorton4385]

Praying for the family.

[@dwight8090]

Remember kids, when you enter the ocean you're potential food for sharks.

[@nancyhernandez8601]

That's horrible! 😢 This lady looks like Kelly Rowland

[@cassandraroper9208]

Should have known better. Everything is not for everybody. Condolences.🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@invaderzim1265]

Remember children, The mighty ocean is NOT your friend. We are land creatures, not marine wildlife. 🐋🐌

[@Hi-jl2wy]

Hey people don’t go out that far on paddle boards or kayaks. Definitely isn’t safe and paddle boards are a horrible choice to go that far out on. I’m sorry for her loss but natural selection is natural selection. We are only top of the food chain because of our brains. Don’t put yourself in a position where you are no longer the top predator.

[@vickipurcell6738]

I live inNew Zealand and even I know that sharks love holidaying in The Bahamas 😂

[@baysisaiah]

Respect the ocean. Definitely out of our element in the deep blue. Condolences to the victims family

[@angelm347]

why people continue to get in the ocean boggles my mind!!!!! 90% is undiscovered. common sense

[@alec4623]

Lots of shark attacks this last year

[@invaderzim1265]

Most likely because of overfishing. We're depleting their food source so whose the sharks going to feast on next on the menu...??

[@Alexis_005]

A lot of people dying in the Bahamas from shark attacks

[@Bunnie333]

God bless her & her family. 🙏 😢 i cant imagine loosing my daughter, mother, friend. Very sad.

[@subiraaisha5695]

This is so sad, but I must say the female police officer resembles Kelly Rowland.

[@thedalillama3143]

Not at all. Get some glasses

[@shawnhay4689]

Ray Charles is blind had me dying 😂

[@dechatdepain1869]

the guy that saw her going out there 'STOP LADY, YOU'LL BE FISH FOOD

[@bpo4736]

Sometimes I feel bad that I can’t swim. Then when I see this news, perhaps it’s a good thing 😅.

[@helen_124_user]

Nah, learn to swim. You know how to walk, yet don't walk into a lion's den, right? Just don't be dumb.👍

[@robertmarquez343]

It's gone missing and there's signs of a shark. You mean she got eaten

[@yolandawilliams2845]

My Condolences to the Family and friends 🙏 😢 💔 😞

[@bigfish8280]

Just a word of advice, don't go up paddle boarding 3/4 of a mile away from shore. As a matter of fact, just don't go do that in the ocean at all. You can do that on freshwater bodies just fine

[@jwhite3830]

"Let me paddle board in shark infested waters" What was the race of this woman?

[@markbailey6051]

If a shark gets injured while hooked by a fisherman and now has only one good eye, it will probably catch people instead of starving

[@Horse_Editzz1711]

when was this

[@Horse_Editzz1711]

bc im in bahamas

[@amyjacobs8306]

Stay out of the water

[@mzparidise3000]

My thoughts exactly 💯 I don't want to be no where near some water that has sharks in it,I don't even wanna see the view of the water if has sharks😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@invaderzim1265]

Its shark infested!!😢

[@nadersherif5742]

One of my best friends growing up was killed by sharks while kite surfing in Stuart Florida. RIP to this poor woman and her family 😢

[@suzieparis6821]

Never go into the ocean.. went once... never again

[@lindasimons691]

Didn't respectfully redirect the shark. RIP

[@AlexHD-zp5fe]

Yeah, I’m starting to think that shark attacks aren’t really that rare

[@feliciasantiago4345]

Sharks have been coming closer every where, people must do their research before traveling to certain places even just to be in the water or hiking, read reviews, check with your tour guides, be careful 😢

[@charlestheodoreheissman8418]

SHARK: thanks for the snacks 😮

[@MN-br5nb]

Thoughts and prayers for this lady, that is tragic and hopefully it was fast but still so very young. It’s not a way is want to go.

[@tiawilliams2274]

May she rest in peace. This is so sad.

[@kyangler.g79]

Two reasons either overpopulation of sharks at a particular time of the year or over fishing which has diminish food resources of the sharks.

[@shenadarling50]

Just some advice from a Jamaican never go to Bahamas and swim. It's well know to never go their water

[@stargazer408.]

Ill never understand why people put themselves in that position , just because a place is there, it doesn't mean you're suppose to be out there in it . 😢

[@solideomusical]

The experts will claim it was a case of mistaken identity

[@sallydavidson4471]

So what happened to the missing German tourist from 2 weeks prior?

[@rutharnocuevas2053]

My prayers for th3 family in this difficult time.

[@Master63y]

How do you say shark attacks are rare then proceed to mention another victim of a shark attack 🤔 . Prayers to the families

[@Calicap91]

Why do they say shark attacks are rare when so many people are attacked?

[@LC-ym3mp]

Deadly shark attacks are rare

[@cornondacob]

​@@LC-ym3mp no they aren't

[@joycestepancevich6591]

Dear Father in Heaven, please be with the family.

[@erichastings-ro7vs]

,My prayers go out to the family. my dad took me to see jaws when I was just a kid The first one. So no thanks. So sorry for your loss.

[@brandyarellano9264]

How sad god bless their families

[@kevinjames9724]

I use to love getting into the water. Not anymore. To Mother Nature, mad respect!

[@mistyc.b.712]

So sad. So scarey. Exactly who don’t swim in their turf. Their home. F$&@ all that.