Hawaiian lifeguard dies after shark attack while surfing off the island of Oahu. Tamayo Perry, 49, was a highly respected lifeguard known for his surfing skills. The incident occurred at Mālaekahana Beach on Oahu's North Shore.
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Tamayo Perry, a City and County of Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguard, died from shark bites near Goat Island.
Perry was well-known on the North Shore and a professional surfer loved by many.
Shark warnings were posted in the area following the attack.