Shark attack at Bethune Beach, south of New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: Bethune Beach, south of New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, 26-Aug-1999
Date of attack: Aug 26th 1999
Location: Bethune Beach, south of New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida
Shark species: a small shark
Name of victim: Chris Ayers
Age of victim: 28 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: 3-inch laceration on right foot

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