Family of 12-year-old Sydney Harbour shark attack victim prepare for ‘worst possible outcome’

Nico Antic, a 12-year-old boy, was attacked by a shark on January 18th at a harbor beach in Vaucluse, a suburb in eastern Sydney. The attack resulted in severe injuries to both of his legs.

LI Luca Ittimani and Daisy DumasThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-01-21 · 01:15 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min

Family of 12-year-old Sydney Harbour shark attack victim prepare for ‘worst possible outcome’

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Nico Antic, a 12-year-old boy, was attacked by a shark on January 18th at a harbor beach in Vaucluse, a suburb in eastern Sydney. The attack resulted in severe injuries to both of his legs. After more than 60 hours in the hospital, Nico is reportedly fighting for his life. According to a close family friend, Nico sustained "devastating injuries". The family is now preparing for the "worst possible outcome" as they grapple with the severity of the situation. An online fundraiser has been established to support the family during this difficult time.

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Nico Antic has been fighting for his life after being in hospital for more than 60 hours.

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The attack occurred at a harbour beach in Vaucluse, Sydney.

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The boy was bitten on both legs.

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A 12-year-old boy, Nico Antic, was attacked by a shark in Sydney Harbour on January 18.

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Nico Antic had ‘devastating injuries’.

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Close family friend says Nico Antic had ‘devastating injuries’ and was fighting for his life after more than 60 hours in hospital Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The family of the 12-year-old who was attacked by a shark in Sydney-harbour" class="entity-link entity-location" data-entity-id="8957" data-entity-type="location">Sydney Harbour are grieving as they contemplate “the worst possible outcome”. The boy, named as Nico Antic in an online fundraiser, has been fighting for his life after being bitten on both legs on 18 January at a harbour beach in Vaucluse , in Sydney’s east. Continue reading...

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