Woman attacked by otter while swimming in Lake Tahoe
By The BriefBrief
A woman who was open-water swimming in Lake Tahoe said an otter attacked her underwater during a routine morning swim. She required nearly 40 stitches after the attack.
WHO:A woman open-water swimmer
WHAT:An otter attacked her underwater while she was swimming, and she needed nearly 40 stitches.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 2:23 AM ET
WHERE:Lake Tahoe, USA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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