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JENSEN BEACH, Fla. — Jensen Beach Park will remain closed today after a person was bitten by a shark in the guarded swimming area.
Martin County Fire Rescue Public Information Officer Brian Reagan said the victim was bitten on the extremities and was transported by ground to a local hospital.
A witness told WPTV the victim is a young man who was bitten on the ankle in shallow water.
There is no word on the extent of their injuries.
This is a developing story. More information will be added as it becomes available.