A large great white shark, estimated at 10-12 feet long, was sighted near popular Maine beaches including Crescent Beach State Park, Higgins Beach, and Pine Point Beach. Drone footage confirmed the sighting, prompting Scarborough police to issue a public warning for situational awareness. While white shark sightings are increasing in Maine due to a growing seal population, fatal attacks remain extremely rare. The incident follows a fatal shark attack in 2020, leading to increased state efforts to warn beachgoers.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.