Shark attack at Pismo Beach, California, Usa

Shark attack details: Pismo Beach, California, 15-Aug-1956
Date of attack: August 15th 1956
Location: Pismo Beach, California
Shark species: 2.7 m [9'] Great white shark
Name of victim: Douglas Clarke
Age of victim: 10 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming near pier
Injury: Lacerated thigh, hand & shoulder

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2.7 m [9'] white shark 2.7 m [9'] Great white shark

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