SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — California State Park officials are warning beachgoers at Torrey Pines State Beach after a reported shark sighting.
Park officials confirmed around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday a shark was spotted swimming offshore near Lifeguard Tower #5.
Based on the investigation, officials believe the shark is seven to eight feet in length, and it reportedly bumped into a swimmer before swimming away.
Out of an abundance of caution, State Park Officers have posted warning signs at beach access points near Towers #2, #5 and #7.
There is a warning posted at the north boundary with Del Mar City Beach. The warning will remain in effect for 24 hours.