Shark attack at Off the beach opposite Atchin Island, Malakula, Vanuatu

Shark attack details: Off the beach opposite Atchin Island, Malakula, 1983
Date of attack: July 1st 1983
Location: Off the beach opposite Atchin Island, Malakula
Shark species: unknown
Name of victim: Swedish tourist
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Ran into the water
Injury: FATAL, arm/shoulder severed

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