The shark pulled the lifeguard about 5 to 6 feet below the surface before he freed himself from the flotation device.

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A large shark was spotted this week near beaches in Scarborough, prompting public safety officials to issue a warning to the public. The shark — believed to be a great white — was first spotted Monday ...