This morning, a man encountered a harrowing experience at Point Plomer Beach, located north of Port Macquarie. The incident, which unfolded without the immediate involvement of emergency services, has drawn attention to the often unpredictable nature of beachside activities.

The 39-year-old victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, managed to make his way to Kempsey Hospital, where he was treated for minor injuries. According to a representative from the Mid North Coast Local Health District, he is currently in stable condition. Despite the nature of his injuries, it was reported that the man chose to self-report his condition to the hospital rather than calling for emergency assistance.

Interestingly, both the NSW Ambulance and NSW Police confirmed that they received no calls regarding this incident, underscoring the man’s self-reliance in handling the situation. This incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers lurking beneath the waves.

Adding to the intrigue of the morning’s events, SharkSmart reported a shark sighting at the beach at approximately 10:08 a.m. Although it remains unclear whether this sighting was directly related to the man’s injuries, it highlights the ever-present risks that can accompany a day at the beach.

A shark had been spotted at the beach at 10.08am, according to SharkSmart.

Beaches between Town Breach and Crescent Head have been closed.

It’s the fourth shark attack in NSW waters in the past 48 hours.

An attack yesterday evening at Manly put a surfer in the hospital in a critical condition.

And on Sunday afternoon, a 12-year-old boy was critically injured in the water at Vaucluse.

Swimmers at still-open beaches have been advised to stay away and avoid murky and low-visibility water.

The NSW Department of Primary Industries say bull sharks are known to frequent Sydney Harbour, especially during the year’s warmer months, and can be found in shallow waterways.