Teen Loses Leg in Rare Belize Shark Attack
15-year-old American girl critically injured during diving excursion, now stable and recovering.
- Annabelle Carlson was attacked by a shark during a post-dive swim near Half Moon Caye.
- Tour operators and the Belize Coast Guard swiftly rescued and stabilized her.
- Carlson was airlifted to a US trauma center after initial treatment in Belize.
- Local officials emphasize the rarity of shark attacks in Belizean waters.
- A GoFundMe campaign has raised significant funds for Carlson's recovery.