Dempsey Manhart, a 14-year-old lifeguard trainee, was bitten by a shark in Ponce Inlet, Florida, during a Junior Lifeguard Camp. Despite needing 17 stitches, he remains optimistic and eager to return to lifeguard training.
Key Points
Dempsey Manhart was bitten on the right calf during a Junior Lifeguard Camp.
He needed 17 stitches but is excited to return to lifeguard training.
Volusia County has had over 350 shark attacks since 1882.
Pros
Dempsey Manhart remains positive and optimistic after the shark attack.
The incident did not result in life-threatening injuries.
Cons
The attack involved a 4 to 5 Black Tip shark.
Volusia County, where the attack took place, is known as the 'shark capital of the world.'