FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA — A severely injured teenager is lucky to be alive and has his friends to thank for it after he was attacked by a shark last week, according to several reports.

The boy is still listed in critical condition.

The 14-year-old was fishing off a wharf when he decided to take a quick dip near Cook Esplanade, according to the Daily Mail .

Shortly after entering the water, a shark bit the teen’s torso. Incredibly, despite all the danger, the teen’s friends jumped into the water to help their friend. It is believed the friends’ involvement saved the boy’s life.

The boy suffered life-threatening injuries. In fact, he lost a significant amount of blood after the shark damaged internal organs.

He was airlifted from one hospital to Townsville University Hospital

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