Shark attack at McClure Beach, near Tomales Point, Marin County, California, Usa

Shark attack details: McClure Beach, near Tomales Point, Marin County, California, 14-Aug-1977
Date of attack: August 14th 1977
Location: McClure Beach, near Tomales Point, Marin County, California
Shark species: 5.5 m to 6 m [18' to 20'] Great white shark
Name of victim: Glenn Friedman
Age of victim: 20 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Free diving for abalone (surfacing)
Injury: Leg lacerated

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5.5 m to 6 m [18' to 20'] white shark 5.5 m to 6 m [18' to 20'] Great white shark

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