British tourist attacked by shark on Caribbean beach ‘can communicate’ in intensive care

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A British tourist who was attacked by a shark on a Caribbean beach “can communicate” in intensive care, his wife has said. open image in gallery Bull sharks, which often frequent shallow water and can even venture into the freshwater of river mouths, are known for their aggression However, he was in a stable condition in Scarborough General Hospital in Tobago after undergoing surgery, with his wife Jo saying he is now “aware of what is happening and can communicate”. She told the BBC on Sunday: “As of 9am local time today, Peter is aware of what is happening and is able to communicate a little, although he is still under strong medication.” She also thanked two friends who remained in the water during the attack to “battle” the shark, estimated to be 8ft to 10ft long and 2ft wide. Last year, there were 69 unprovoked attacks and 22 provoked bites across the globe, along with 14 fatalities, according to the Florida-based International Shark Attack File.