8-Year-Old Injured in Shark Bite Incident While Snorkeling in Florida

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Yahoo Finance

Updated: Sep 02 2025

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Source: Yahoo Finance

Incident Overview: An 8-year-old boy was hospitalized after a shark bite while snorkeling in Key Largo, Florida, on Labor Day; his condition remains unknown as authorities await further information.
Shark Bite Trends: Despite several shark bites reported in Florida this year, experts indicate a decline in shark attacks, with the trend expected to continue into 2025, and historical data shows that bites in Monroe County have been relatively low since 1882.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.

8-Year-Old Injured in Shark Bite Incident While Snorkeling in Florida

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