New Zealand Fisherman Rescued After 24 Hours at Sea

Will Fransen survived shark-infested waters and a night at sea, signaling for help with his watch reflection.

New Zealander Will Fransen, 61, was rescued after spending nearly 24 hours in shark-infested waters when he fell overboard during a solo fishing trip.
Fransen was attempting to reel in a marlin when he fell overboard and his boat drifted out of reach.
Unable to swim to the nearby Alderman Islands due to strong currents, Fransen spent the night in the water, even encountering a shark that eventually left him alone.
Fransen was eventually spotted by three fishermen who noticed an unusual reflection on the water, which turned out to be the sun reflecting off Fransen's watch.
Fransen was treated for hypothermia and exhaustion upon his rescue, and his boat remains missing.