Shark attack at Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, 05-Jan-1966
Date of attack: January 5th 1966
Location: Hollywood, Broward County, Florida
Shark species: Hammerhead shark
Name of victim: George A. C. Scherer
Age of victim: 35 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming
Injury: Thigh gashed

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