Shark sighting at Seven Mile Beach prompts police warning

The shark was spotted near Seven Mile Beach. Image / Stock

Beachgoers at Seven Mile Beach have been warned to exercise caution following a shark sighting close to shore this morning.

The unidentified shark was observed approximately 150 metres offshore along the Esplanade area of the popular swimming spot.

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Police issued a public advisory shortly after the sighting was reported by a witness.

The shark was spotted near Seven Mile Beach. Image / File

“[The] public are advised that there has been a shark sighting 150m off shore off the Esplanade Seven Mile Beach,” the advisory read.

Swimmers are being advised to maintain awareness of their surroundings.