A possible shark attack has just occured on Village Beach about one hour ago. Alex Ferguson, 10, of Mayfair Court in Amity was killed while floating on a rubber raft.
Many children were playing in the water at the time, splashing and having fun. Parents relaxed on the beach as there was no previous warning about a possible shark in the area.
Panic arose as blood was seen spurting from the water and Ferguson was taken under by what appeared to be a shark. Children started yelling and parents immediatley ran to find their child and evacuate them from the water. Marian Ferguson panicked as she was the only mother not able to find her child. She is currently being treated for shock at Amity Hospital and is reported to be in fair condition.
Ferguson's body has not yet been recovered, but his raft floated ashore, in a pool of blood, with what looked like a big bite taken out of it.
No other injuries took place at this time, but this case could possibly be linked to the Watson death, which would mean two possible shark attacks in two days.
A press conference will be held by the mayor, Chief Brody, and the Amity Board of Selectmen at 5 p.m. today in Town Hall. New business discussed will be regarding these two incidents. A request by Chief Brody to close the beaches will be made and Ben Quint, a grizzled old fisherman, has offered to hunt down the assumed shark.
A shark has not been confirmed as the prime killer for these two incidents, but it is highly likely. An investigation continues to be held.
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