Overview

• The attack occurred about 100 yards from shore at Del Mar City Beach around 9 a.m. Sunday.
• The swimmer, who was with a group of a dozen, suffered bites to his torso, left arm, and hand.
• The victim was hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
• Beaches within a one-mile radius of the attack site are closed until Tuesday morning.
• Experts are analyzing the incident to determine the shark species and reason for the attack.