Shark attack details: Flagler Beach, Flagler County, Florida, 31-May-1997
| Date of attack: |
May 31st 1997 |
| Location: |
Flagler Beach, Flagler County, Florida |
| Shark species: |
Possibly a sand shark |
| Name of victim: |
Johnny Bowden |
| Age of victim: |
12 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
M |
| Activity: |
Surfing |
| Injury: |
Left ankle bitten |
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