COHASSET, Mass. — A report of a shark on Tuesday morning closed a private beach for hours.
Police say around 11:40 a.m., a lobsterman reported he had seen an oceanic white tipped shark in the area of Sandy Beach.
Out of an abundance of caution, the beach was closed for swimming until 2 p.m.
Public safety crews canvassed the area and were unable to locate the shark. Because a person trained in the identification of a marine life didn’t see the shark, the report remains unconfirmed.
Authorities say although the sighting remains unconfirmed, they’re prepared to respond swiftly to any shark related emergencies.
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