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FOUND: Snorkeler bitten by shark off west country coast - You Need To See This

A snorkeler is reported to have been bitten by a shark in the West Country. The swimmer, who sustained a leg injury on Thursday (July 28) off Penzance, Cornwall, was rescued by the coastguard.

They were then left in the care of paramedics. HM Coastguard confirmed that it is believed the injury was caused by a suspected shark bite, reports Cornwall Live.

In a statement, a spokesperson said: "HM Coastguard sent Penzance Coastguard Rescue Team to meet a snorkeler who suffered a suspected shark bite. The coastguard was notified just before 12.30pm on Thursday (July 28).

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