Shark attack at Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California, Usa

Shark attack details: Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California, 06-Feb-1955
Date of attack: February 6th 1955
Location: Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California
Shark species: 5 m to 6 m [16.5' to 20] Great white shark
Name of victim: James F. Jacobs
Age of victim: 19 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Spearfishing
Injury: Swimfin & 2 wool socks removed by shark, suit torn

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5 m to 6 m [16.5' to 20] white shark 5 m to 6 m [16.5' to 20] Great white shark

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