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New Jersey officials warn of shark attack risks from social media trend
A social media trend involving catching sharks near the shore for photographs is causing concern in New Jersey. In the seaside town of Bay Head, Mayor Bill Curtis has expressed fears that using bait to attract sharks for photos brings apex predators dangerously close to swimmers.
While the practice of shark fishing is legal in the area, Curtis argues that the baiting process draws predators toward the beach where many people are present. A viral video recently showed a group of individuals pulling a 2.5-meter bull shark onto the sand to capture images.
Local boat captain John Schaible defended the activity, stating that participants are simply having fun and often release the sharks after taking their photos without killing them. However, local officials continue to call for common sense and consideration to ensure public safety.
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Bay Head · Bill Curtis · CBS News · John Schaible · New Jersey
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Using bait to attract fish brings predators dangerously close to the shore and unsuspecting swimmers. www.ilfattonisseno.it · quotidianodifoggia.it · cn24tv.it · www.vipiu.it
- [● 4 SOURCES] Shark fishing is legal in the area, but the practice attracts predators closer to swimmers. www.ilfattonisseno.it · quotidianodifoggia.it · cn24tv.it · www.vipiu.it
- [● 4 SOURCES] People participating in the trend are just having fun and often release the sharks after taking photos. www.ilfattonisseno.it · quotidianodifoggia.it · cn24tv.it · www.vipiu.it
- [● 4 SOURCES] A viral video shows a group of people pulling a 2.5-meter bull shark onto a beach for photos. www.ilfattonisseno.it · quotidianodifoggia.it · cn24tv.it · www.vipiu.it