Teenager Injured in Shark Bite Incident off Galveston Coast: Coast Guard and Beach Patrol Respond
A teenager was injured in a shark bite incident off the coast of Galveston, Texas, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The Coast Guard and Galveston Island Beach Patrol received a report about the incident involving a 17-year-old who had been bitten by a shark while on a fishing boat. The fishing boat lost power on its way back to land, prompting a response from both agencies. The Coast Guard assisted in bringing the teen back to shore, where he was then taken to the hospital for further evaluation and care. The teenager's current condition is unknown, but he was reported to be conscious and alert following the incident. The identity of the teen has not been disclosed, and details about the circumstances of the shark bite remain unclear.