Tragedy on Thai beach: Shark attacked tourist in front of bystanders

Tengrinews.kz - A German tourist fell victim to a shark attack at a popular beach in Thailand. Elke Maier, 57, was attacked near the shore of a hotel in Phang Nga, shocking other beachgoers, according to the Daily Mail. The incident occurred during an early morning swim at Khao Lak beach. Maier was attacked by a 1.5-meter bull shark. With a serious leg wound and heavy bleeding, she managed to reach the shore with the help of fellow tourists. Elke was rushed to a local hospital and later transferred to Phuket...