Shark attack at Cronulla, New South Wales, Australia

Shark attack details: Cronulla, New South Wales, 11-Jul-1934
Date of attack: July 11th 1934
Location: Cronulla, New South Wales
Shark species: 11' blue pointer
Name of victim: 18' boat, occupants William & Leslie Newton
Sex of victim: N
Activity: Fishing
Injury: No injury to occupants Sharks continually followed the dinghy, and one smashed its rudder

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