They've been taken to hospital for treatment.
Torbay RNLI has issued a warning after the incident near Shoalstone Pool, Brixham.
They say the swimmer was near the rocks outside the pool when they were attacked, and have been taken to hospital for treatment.
The charity has issued a warning on Facebook not to swim in the area and to stick to the sea pool which is supervised by a lifeguard.
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