Surfer recounts brush with death

Competitive surfer Todd Murashige was sitting on his surfboard a half-mile out from shore near Crouching Lion on Monday afternoon when a shark suddenly appeared and took a big bite out of his right leg.

[Non Golfanatic]

This story is much better written compared to the Advertiser's one.

[anonymous]

It is about time to re-begin shark hunts around the islands as was done in the 50s and 60s-----this is not good for mainlanders and locals---it only isnt done because of environmentalists and their allies-----this is an ongoing problem which can be lessened if we get our head out of the sand.

[Mike]

Hang in there Todd, you one tough dude!

[Dan]

anonymous wrote:

It is about time to re-begin shark hunts around the islands as was done in the 50s and 60s-----this is not good for mainlanders and locals---it only isnt done because of environmentalists and their allies-----this is an ongoing problem which can be lessened if we get our head out of the sand.

I remember that eradication process was done when I was a kid and it was sad having them kill those magnificent creatures. I think it was bought to a halt by enviromentalist activists etc. Now, they are all triple their size and it's their world that we are stepping into (the ocean) no need to kill, we have to respect. Todd we are wishing you a speedy recovery and thanking God you are still with us. Take care bro' and get well.

[WHAT]

Todd, you truly are blessed. God was truly looking out for you. I don't know you, but I'm glad that you're still here for you and your family. I hope you have a speedy recovery.

[Kimo-]

Way to suck 'em up Todd--Prayers are with you Bruddah.

To da manini talking crazy about hunting sharks again--

The ocean is the shark's world, not ours. When shark attack occur, they don "hang around" and can be miles away in a short period of time after the attack. Proof is it doesn't work!

Aaumakua should be respected.

[-Lana-]

Wow. Hoping he has a speedy recovery.

[Lloyd]

Get well soon Todd. All should heed the warnings of staying out of the water when murky conditions prevail.The need to surf shouldn't make one careless. It isn't worth the pain. Been there,done that but was very lucky. Sharks do what they do,feed!

[Cat Manapua]

Thank God that Todd did not meet a lawyer down there! With a shark he had a fighting chance!

Get well Todd.

[Lovegrace]

Todd rest up and hope you get back to work soon. As a fellow surfer, your story reminds us of how unpredictable our lives are and why it is important to tell our loved ones we love them whenever we can. I tell my wife I love her always before I surf. You are very fortunate and your life is and will be a blessing to many. See you in the line-up.

[Kulafan]

That's a long paddle back to shore! lucky his artery was not severed. Good luck in your recovery. For all those who do surf and dive at crouching lion I got news for you, there always was big sharks that travel that reef. Along that whole coastline for that matter. Todd was just a target of opportunity and chance encoutner with the shark.

[Advertiser Reader]

Have you been laid off from the Advertiser?

Non Golfanatic wrote:

This story is much better written compared to the Advertiser's one.

[egg salad]

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[keoki]

egg salad wrote:

i like soaking toys

weirdo!!!!

[watertog]

I live in Huntington Beach, California, and just now saw this news being aired on local TV. I wanted to find the most effective way to send my support and emotional strength to Todd and his 'ohana. I wish you a very successful and speedy recovery, and know that you've got the support of one strong follower way out here on the mainland!

Aloha Nui Loa,
Duane Uyeda
photographicontent.com

[sharon in honolulu]

Advertiser Reader wrote:

Have you been laid off from the Advertiser?
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Dont hate...

The article is better written than the Advertiser.More personal, more information. Better pictures too.

[Michele]

Aloha .. You really are very lucky to alive and happy you are .. Won't happen to other people are in the water to get away from the shark attack .. Watch out .. God Bless you and other people are .. Be Carefully . Have a ride fun for sufer .. Good Lucky .. smile
Aloha Michele

[Nicole]

A friend posted a link to this story. My sincere well wishes for you and your family for a complete and speedy recovery.
Blessings to you and yours.

[hawnsun40]

about time to have shark fin soup.

[Ex-KaaawaBoy]

Glad to see that Todd survived his ordeal. I hope he does go back in the
ocean and surf again at Crouching Lion, but maybe mo' betta he have a
surfing buddy with him next time.
Safety in numbers!