In Hurghada, Egypt, a tiger shark attacked and killed a Russian tourist named Vladimir Popov while he was swimming in the Red Sea. A video captured the distressing moment when Popov fought for his life and called for help, while witnesses on the shore desperately shouted for assistance.
They sought aid from the Dream Beach Sheraton, but unfortunately, it was too late. Popov did not survive and he was devour by the tiger shark.
Vladimir Popov remains was discovered inside the shark’s stomach and intestines after the shark was caught and killed by individuals on the beach
Popov’s father, Yury Popov, plans to cremate his son’s remains and take the ashes back to Russia.
The shark that attacked Popov was a large female tiger shark, about four meters long and weighing around a ton. When the shark was examined, it was discovered that it had eaten the upper part of Popov’s body, but the lower half was recovered from the water.
During the examination, scientists also found that the shark was pregnant and had a significant number of unborn sharks in its womb. This behavior of pregnant sharks aggressively clearing potential threats from their chosen birthing area has been observed before.
Experts say that sharks are known to come close to the shore in certain situations. One reason is when boats throw dead animals into the water, attracting sharks. Another reason is when boat owners intentionally feed sharks, which changes their feeding patterns.
This incident is a tragic reminder of the delicate balance between humans and marine life. It highlights the importance of raising awareness and taking measures to ensure the safety of people at the beach while also respecting and conserving the natural ecosystems.
