Shark attack at Stinson Beach, California, Usa

Shark attack details: Stinson Beach, California, 26-Aug-1998
Date of attack: August 26th 1998
Location: Stinson Beach, California
Shark species: 5 m to 6 m [16.5' to 20'] Great white shark
Name of victim: Jonathan Kathrein
Age of victim: 16 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Boogie boarding
Injury: Thigh, buttocks & lower back lacerated

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