A tragic shark attack occurred off the east coast of Australia on Thursday, resulting in the death of a woman and severe injuries to a man, according to police reports. The incident took place at Crowdy Bay, located 360 kilometers (224 miles) north of Sydney, at approximately 6:30 a.m. Emergency services were swiftly dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of the attack. Witnesses provided immediate assistance to the victims before paramedics arrived. Despite their efforts, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The man, who sustained critical injuries, was airlifted by helicopter to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention. Authorities have not yet disclosed specific details about the circumstances surrounding the attack. Police have announced plans to collaborate with marine experts to identify the species of shark involved. Following the incident, the beach within Crowdy Bay National Park was closed to swimmers as a precautionary measure. The park is renowned for its beach camping, fishing spots, and hiking trails. This incident follows a similar tragedy in September, when a man in his 50s was fatally attacked by a shark off Sydney’s Long Reef Beach, with sections of his surfboard recovered from the scene.