Overview

• Richard Vinall, a regular swimmer at Port Noarlunga, was attacked by a shark on May 15, 2025, and sustained serious injuries to his thigh.
• Emergency services evacuated swimmers and closed the beach following the attack, urging the public to avoid the area.
• This incident is the sixth shark attack in South Australia over the past two years, with three of these being non-fatal.
• Port Noarlunga, a popular site for swimming and snorkeling, has been the location of multiple shark attacks, including a non-fatal mauling in November 2023.
• Authorities continue to monitor shark activity along South Australia's coast, where recent incidents have included both fatalities and serious injuries.