Shark attack at Albion Cove, Albion, Mendocino County, California, Usa

Shark attack details: Albion Cove, Albion, Mendocino County, California, 26-Jul-1974
Date of attack: July 26th 1974
Location: Albion Cove, Albion, Mendocino County, California
Shark species: 5.5 m [18'] Great white shark
Name of victim: Robert Kehl
Age of victim: 36 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Free diving for abalone (submerged)
Injury: Minor bite on heel & swim fin bitten

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5.5 m [18'] white shark 5.5 m [18'] Great white shark

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