A man nearly faced a life-threatening situation when a stingray punctured his abdomen at Waikanae Beach on December 30 while he was participating in surf lifesaving training. Jeremy Bain from Whakatāne was in knee-deep water when he felt a sudden stab. He described the incident as a freak accident, stating that neither he nor the stingray was at fault. This unexpected encounter highlights the risks associated with water activities.
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