Shark attack at McMasters Beach, Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia

Shark attack details: McMasters Beach, Central Coast, New South Wales, 14-Mar-2000
Date of attack: March 14th 2000
Location: McMasters Beach, Central Coast, New South Wales
Shark species: 4 m [13'] Tiger shark?
Name of victim: Craig Ruth
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: No Injury

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