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Jamaican Teen Decapitated in Shark Attack North of Island

Aug 29, 2024, 06:00 AM

A 16-year-old Jamaican teenager was killed in a shark attack while spearfishing alone off the coast of Jamaica. The incident occurred early Monday, and the teenager's body was discovered by fishermen the following day. Jamaican police suspect the teenager was attacked by a shark, as the injuries were consistent with such an attack. The teenager was reportedly decapitated in the attack, which took place in waters just north of the island.