Boy killed in shark attack near Coffs Harbour
A teenage boy is dead after being bitten by a shark on NSW's mid-north coast.The attack left the surfer with severe injuries to his legsThe 17-year-old was surfing at Wilsons Headland at Wooli Beach, near Grafton, just before 2:30pm when he was attacked.Several surfers came to the aid of the teen and helped him to shore for medical attention.Beaches in the area including Wooli, Diggers Camp and Minnie Water were closed after the attack.
NSW Police said they would liaise with the Department of Primary Industries to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death.
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