Man frees shark caught on line in Hermosa Beach, video shows
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- A fisherman in Hermosa Beach hooked a juvenile great white shark, an encounter captured on video by pier onlookers.
- The fisherman released the shark by cutting the line, adhering to California's protection laws for great white sharks.
- Great white sharks are legally protected in California and must be released immediately if caught.
- Recently, an 8-foot great white shark was spotted near a surfer in West Newport Beach, prompting lifeguards to clear the water for safety.
