Shark attack at Panacea, Wakulla County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: Panacea, Wakulla County, Florida, 27-Jul-1952
Date of attack: July 27th 1952
Location: Panacea, Wakulla County, Florida
Shark species: 5' hammerhead
Name of victim: a skill. Occupants George Lunsford & 2 companions
Sex of victim:
Activity: Fishing for trout
Injury: No injury to occupants. Shark chasing fish leapt into skiff & flopped out

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5' hammerhead 5' hammerhead

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