A tragic incident unfolded on Thursday afternoon at Dorsch Beach in the U.S. Virgin Islands, resulting in the death of a 56-year-old woman from Minnesota. Emergency services received distress calls at approximately 4:28 p.m. regarding a woman allegedly bitten by a shark while swimming.
Details of the Shark Attack
The Virgin Islands Police Department reported that marine units, fire teams, and emergency medical personnel swiftly responded to the scene on St. Croix. Upon arrival, they discovered that the victim had suffered severe injuries, including the loss of an arm.
Victim Identified
The woman has been identified as Arlene Lillis, a resident of Minnesota. Despite immediate medical attention, she succumbed to her injuries, according to official reports from authorities.
Search Operation and Investigation
Initially, there were concerns about the possibility of a second victim in the incident. However, a comprehensive search of the nearby beach area conducted by St. Croix Rescue found no additional injuries reported.
- Incident Date: Thursday afternoon
- Time of Calls: 4:28 p.m.
- Victim: Arlene Lillis, 56, Minnesota
- Location: Dorsch Beach, U.S. Virgin Islands
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this shark attack is ongoing, as authorities work to gather further information regarding this tragic event.
