Shark attack at St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida, 12-Aug-2000
Date of attack: August 12th 2000
Location: St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida
Shark species: 2.4 m to 3 m [8' to 10'] blacktip shark
Name of victim: Margaret White
Age of victim: 44 years old
Sex of victim: F
Activity: Standing
Injury: Severely bitten on lower leg

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