Shark attack at Kirra Beach, Coolangatta, Queensland, Australia

Shark attack details: Kirra Beach, Coolangatta, Queensland, 27-Oct-1937
Date of attack: October 27th 1937
Location: Kirra Beach, Coolangatta, Queensland
Shark species: A 3.6 m [11'9"], 850-kg [1874-lb] female tiger contained Girvan's remains
Name of victim: Norman Girvan
Age of victim: 18 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming
Injury: FATAL

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A 3.6 m [11'9 A 3.6 m [11'9"], 850-kg [1874-lb] female tiger contained Girvan's remains

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