Terrifying Shark Attack Leaves Bahamas Dock Worker Fighting for Life

A Florida man who works at a dock in the Bahamas narrowly escaped death after being swarmed by a group of 20 sharks when he fell into the water.

Marlin Wakeman, 24, was working on a dock in the Bahamas on April 26 when he had a terrifying encounter with a group of sharks. Wakeman was walking along the dock when he accidentally fell into the water. As he hit the water, he was immediately swarmed by 20 sharks.

"I was in a shark den," Wakeman said. "I was getting bit on my legs and my arms. I was just trying to fight them off and get away."

Terrifying Shark Attack Leaves Bahamas Dock Worker Fighting for Life

Wakeman said he fought off the sharks for several minutes before he was able to make it back to the dock. He was taken to a hospital, where he was treated for his injuries.

"I'm lucky to be alive," Wakeman said. "I never thought I would see sharks in the Bahamas."

Terrifying Shark Attack Leaves Bahamas Dock Worker Fighting for Life

Shark attacks are relatively rare in the Bahamas. However, there have been a few incidents in recent years. In 2019, a woman was killed by a shark while swimming in the Bahamas.

Experts say that shark attacks are often caused by people who are not aware of their surroundings. They recommend that people who are swimming in the Bahamas be aware of the potential for shark attacks and take precautions to avoid them.

Terrifying Shark Attack Leaves Bahamas Dock Worker Fighting for Life

Here are some tips to avoid shark attacks:

* Swim in clear water where you can see what's around you.

Terrifying Shark Attack Leaves Bahamas Dock Worker Fighting for Life

* Avoid swimming in areas where there are a lot of fish.

* Don't swim at night.

* Don't swim alone.

* If you see a shark, stay calm and swim away slowly.

If you are attacked by a shark, fight back as hard as you can. Try to hit the shark in the gills, eyes, or nose.