A tourist has died after being attacked by a shark in the Red Sea in Egypt. In addition, one person was injured, say the Egyptian authorities. The nationalities of the victims have not been disclosed.
The situation has occurred outside the deep water swimming area in Marsa Alam. The resort of Marsa Alam is located on the east coast of Egypt.
CNN Arabic – according to the news channel, the tourists have been taken to the hospital. Swimming in the area is prohibited for two days.
The investigation into the causes of the accident has begun, CNN Arabic reports.
Sources: AFP, Reuters