Shark attack at In kelp beds off La Jolla, California, Usa

Shark attack details: In kelp beds off La Jolla, California, 30-Jul-1959
Date of attack: July 30th 1959
Location: In kelp beds off La Jolla, California
Shark species: 3 m to 5 m [10' to 15'] Great white shark
Name of victim: 4.3 m skiff: occupants: James L. Randles, Jr. & James Myers
Sex of victim:
Activity: Pulling anchor
Injury: No injury to occupants, shark charged boat after being shot twice with pistol and speared PROVOKED INCIDENT

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3 m to 5 m [10' to 15'] white shark 3 m to 5 m [10' to 15'] Great white shark

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