Shark attack details: Bonita Springs, Lee County, Florida, 17-Nov-2000
| Date of attack: |
November 17th 2000 |
| Location: |
Bonita Springs, Lee County, Florida |
| Shark species: |
1.2 m to 1.8 m [4' to 6'] shark |
| Name of victim: |
Colin Shadforth |
| Age of victim: |
73 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
M |
| Activity: |
Swimming |
| Injury: |
Right calf lacerated |
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