Alex

Another Attack at a Beach in Amity

At 2 p.m. today, another life was taken at the beaches in Amity.  This time, it was Alex Kinter, 10, of Mayfair Court.  This attack appeared to be a vicious and unprovoked shark attack.

According to Witnesses, Kinter was floating in the ocean when suddenly, a ring of blood appeared, and the boy disappeared off his yellow raft at Village Beach. 

His body has not been recovered, however, his raft floated ashore with a large chunk taken outof it.

This is the second attack of the day at the beaches in town, making it more clear that a shark attack could be linked to the cause of the death of Chrissie Watson, 17, who was found dead earlier this morning on South Beach after last being seen at around 11 p.m. the night before at a beach party.

The attack on Watson is still under investigation, as her body is still at the coroner's office for an autopsy. 

The 10 year old was at the beach with his mother, Marion Kinter, who is currently being treated at Amity General Hospital for shock, where she is reportedly in fair condition.

Amity Mayer Larry Vaughn is expressing his deepest and most sincere condolences to the Kinter family. 

Due to these unfortunate events, a meeeting will be held at the town hall by Mayor Vaughn, Chief Martin Brody, and the Amity Board of Selectmen at 6 p.m. to discuss the recent events of Amity and the closing of the beaches on July 4.