Beaches in Martha's Vineyard are re-opening immediately in time for Fourth of July weekend.The giant killer shark that has been blamed the deaths of Alex Kitner and Wendy Watson this week, has now been captured and killed. The giant shark had a head as big as an oil drum and was 16 feet long.
The fishermen who caught the shark will receive $3,000 from Marian Kitner. They shark was found in the waters one mile southwest of Amity, coordinates 41 degrees 23'02.4 N Lat., 70 degrees 30'16.38" W Lon.
The shark has been inspected by Matt Hooper, a marine biologist from the Woods Hole, Mass., Oceanographic Institute. He labeled the shark as a nurse shark, one of the most dangerous of all sharks.
The beaches were filled with residents and tourists today after the beaches re-opened. People did not seem phased by the helicopters and the plethora of boats lining the ocean. The sand was packed and the water remained empty until one brave family made the plunge into the clear ocean.
Soon after, children, grown-ups, and teens were enjoying the water and splashing about. Everyone was having fun until a fin was seen above the water near a group of people.
"SHARK," people began yelling. Whistles blew and chaos stirred. Everyone in the water was panicking, pushing people away trying to save themselves. All the boats hurried over towards the fin with guns out.
A circle of guns pointed toward the fin until two boys swam up from underneath. A hoax, a bad prank, by two boys scared away the entire beach and caused much alarm and terror.
"We're not worried about more sharks in the area," said the Police Chief, who seemed confident that this was the shark that did the crimes. "This was the one."
Although he is confident about the shark, he said there is no autopsy being done on the shark to prove that this was the one. An investigation is still taking place to make sure that the first death was even caused by a shark.
No proof has been given if this is the right shark, or if there are any other sharks around, however, the beaches are said to be safe.
The Coast Guard, the Marine Patrol, the Massachusetts State Police, the U.S. Navy, Homeland Security, the FBI, and numerous local municipal and county police agencies will be in the waters off the beaches of Martha's Vineyard to ensure safety. They are a precaution to put visitors at ease.
The chief of police assures all citizens and visitors that any danger of further shark attacks have passed; however, if any shark sightings occur, they should be reported to authorities at the toll-free shark hotline, 1-800-sharksee.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Beaches Closed for 24 Hours in Martha’s Vineyard
Beaches are closed for 24 hours due to the deaths of two people. An announcement has been placed on the bulletin board for $3,000, by Marian Kitner, to any man or men who kill the shark who was possibly responsible for these deaths.
At a town meeting today, Chief Brody and Mayor Farley seemed to be in disagreement as to what plan of action is going to take place.
Chief Brody calmly stated what they were planning thus far. "We’re going to put on the extra summer deputies as soon as possible," he said. When asked if the beaches were closing, he responded in the same cool manner.
"Yes we are [going to close the beaches]," said Brody. Uproar from the audience members occurred.
Confusion and incongruity was apparent between Brody and Farley and Farley quickly responded in a way he thought people would adhere to.
"Only 24 hours," said Farley. However, apparently this is still too long for most beach goers. Brody snapped his head in Farley’s direction, clearly having no idea this was the plan.
"I didn't agree to that," said Brody. Worry spread across his face as though something bad will come about this. The mayor looked nervous as he said these words out loud.
"24 hours is like three weeks," shouted an audience member. July 4th is a day away which is a big tourism holiday, along with many beach festivities. Business owners are nervous about losing good business during this holiday.
As emotions rose and the tension tightened, nails slowly crawling down the chalkboard disturbed the chaos within the room. A grizzly old fisherman, Ben Quint, seemed to have his own plan.
"I'll catch this bird for you, but it ain't going to be easy," said Quint. "It’s not going to be pleasant."
He wasn’t willing to catch the shark for $3,000. It will be too risky to do it for that amount.
"I’ll catch him and kill him for ten [thousand dollars]," said Quint.
The crowd went silent and heads turned to the mayor. The mayor looked surprised and speechless. His response was only that he will have to think it over.
At a town meeting today, Chief Brody and Mayor Farley seemed to be in disagreement as to what plan of action is going to take place.
Chief Brody calmly stated what they were planning thus far. "We’re going to put on the extra summer deputies as soon as possible," he said. When asked if the beaches were closing, he responded in the same cool manner.
"Yes we are [going to close the beaches]," said Brody. Uproar from the audience members occurred.
Confusion and incongruity was apparent between Brody and Farley and Farley quickly responded in a way he thought people would adhere to.
"Only 24 hours," said Farley. However, apparently this is still too long for most beach goers. Brody snapped his head in Farley’s direction, clearly having no idea this was the plan.
"I didn't agree to that," said Brody. Worry spread across his face as though something bad will come about this. The mayor looked nervous as he said these words out loud.
"24 hours is like three weeks," shouted an audience member. July 4th is a day away which is a big tourism holiday, along with many beach festivities. Business owners are nervous about losing good business during this holiday.
As emotions rose and the tension tightened, nails slowly crawling down the chalkboard disturbed the chaos within the room. A grizzly old fisherman, Ben Quint, seemed to have his own plan.
"I'll catch this bird for you, but it ain't going to be easy," said Quint. "It’s not going to be pleasant."
He wasn’t willing to catch the shark for $3,000. It will be too risky to do it for that amount.
"I’ll catch him and kill him for ten [thousand dollars]," said Quint.
The crowd went silent and heads turned to the mayor. The mayor looked surprised and speechless. His response was only that he will have to think it over.
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