Key facts
- A 35-year-old woman was critically injured in a shark attack at Coogee Beach, Sydney.
- The woman sustained serious injuries to her lower left leg and arms.
- Paddleboarder Charlie Verco rescued the woman and brought her to shore.
- Coogee Beach and other local beaches were closed for 24 hours.
- Australian authorities will review drone flight restrictions over Coogee Beach to improve shark monitoring.
A woman was critically injured in a shark attack at Coogee Beach in Sydney, prompting authorities to review restrictions on drone usage for enhanced shark monitoring. The 35-year-old victim was bitten approximately 30 meters from shore and sustained severe injuries to her lower left leg and arms.