Navy clearance diver Paul de Gelder was attacked by a 3 metre bull shark while testing some new counterterrorism devices in Sydney Harbour on 11 February 2009. He lost his right hand in the attack. His left leg was amputated two days later, and his left forearm. He has a new book out now. NO TIME FOR FEAR - How a shark attack survivor beat the odds. "He fought through excruciating pain, smashing challenge after challenge, and amazing the medical staff with his will to succeed. His inspiring story takes 'never say die' to a whole new level." Paul isn't looking to slow down any time soon. Last year he spoke at the United Nations in New York to promote protection of sharks. And then in February, he won six medals at the Warrior Games sporting competition in the US for wounded servicemen and women.
Navy clearance diver Paul de Gelder was attacked by a 3 metre bull shark while testing some new counterterrorism devices in Sydney Harbour on 11 February 2009. He lost his right hand in the attack. His left leg was amputated two days later, and his left forearm. He has a new book out now. NO TIME FOR FEAR - How a shark attack survivor beat the odds. "He fought through excruciating pain, smashing challenge after challenge, and amazing the medical staff with his will to succeed. His inspiring story takes 'never say die' to a whole new level." Paul isn't looking to slow down any time soon. Last year he spoke at the United Nations in New York to promote protection of sharks. And then in February, he won six medals at the Warrior Games sporting competition in the US for wounded servicemen and women.
