Shark attack at Cactus Beach near Penong, South Australia, Australia

Shark attack details: Cactus Beach near Penong, South Australia, 24-Sep-2000
Date of attack: September 24th 2000
Location: Cactus Beach near Penong, South Australia
Shark species: 4 m to 5 m [13' to 16.5'] Great white shark
Name of victim: Cameron Bayes
Age of victim: 25 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: FATAL

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