Shark sighting in Manhattan Beach, near Rosecrans lifeguard tower

Lifeguards near the Rosecrans tower in Manhattan Beach on Friday spotted a 6-8 foot shark just beyond the surf line and notified beachgoers. 

Two surfers in the area confirmed the sighting, which occurred at about at about 5 p.m.

Baywatch patrolled the area, but were unable to locate the shark. 

The shark, according to authorities, was showing no signs of aggressive behavior and the beach remains open.