Shark attack at Amanzimtoti, KZN, South Africa

Shark attack details: Amanzimtoti, KZN, 14-Mar-1984
Date of attack: March 14th 1984
Location: Amanzimtoti, KZN
Shark species: unknown
Name of victim: Mark Benvick
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: No injury, 8 pressure dings in surboard

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