Shark attack at Winyah Bay, South Carolina, Usa

Shark attack details: Winyah Bay, South Carolina, 11-Jul-1987
Date of attack: July 11th 1987
Location: Winyah Bay, South Carolina
Shark species: 12' shark
Name of victim: 17' fishing boat. Occupants, Bubba DeMaurice, his wife & daughter
Sex of victim:
Activity: Dropping anchor
Injury: No injury to occupants. Shark grabbed anchor

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