Shark attack at Pamlico Sound, North Carolina, Usa

Shark attack details: Pamlico Sound, North Carolina, 15-Aug-1993
Date of attack: August 15th 1993
Location: Pamlico Sound, North Carolina
Shark species: Bull shark
Name of victim: Petra Rijoes
Age of victim: 19 years old
Sex of victim: F
Activity: Riding floatation device
Injury: Severe lacerations to abdomen & thighs

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