Shark attack at Maroubra, New South Wales, Australia

Shark attack details: Maroubra, New South Wales, 20-Mar-1966
Date of attack: March 20th 1966
Location: Maroubra, New South Wales
Shark species: Alleged to involve a 7.6 m [25'] Great white shark
Name of victim: 35' cruiser, Maluka II, occupants: Mr & Mrs E. Potts
Sex of victim:
Activity: Fishing (big game)
Injury: No injury to occupants, hooked shark rammed boat, PROVOKED INCIDENT

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Alleged to involve a 7.6 m [25'] white shark Alleged to involve a 7.6 m [25'] Great white shark

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