Shark Attack Survivor Says It 'Winked' as It Pulled Him Down — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/shark-attack-survivor-says-it-winked-as-it-pulled-him-downContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Shark attack survivor describes predator 'winking' before attackhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/shark-attack-survivor-says-it-winked-as-it-pulled-him-downhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/shark-attack-survivor-says-it-winked-as-it-pulled-him-down#u118769Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:20:49 +0000Australian surfer Mel Ismail, a firefighter, recounts a shark attack where he believes the predator 'winked' at him before pulling him down and biting off his leg. The incident occurred last month and Ismail has spoken out about the encounter, describing the moment he looked the shark in the eye. He tried to get his fingers in its eye during the attack.Why it mattersThe shark attack highlights the risks associated with surfing in areas with shark populations. Ismail's account of the shark 'winking' has garnered significant attention. Shark attacks, although rare, can b