Shark attack at Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Shark attack details: Adelaide, South Australia, 21-Jan-2001
Date of attack: January 21st 2001
Location: Adelaide, South Australia
Shark species: 4.3 m [14'] Great white shark
Name of victim: 6 m boat, occupants John Winslet & customers
Sex of victim:
Activity: Fishing
Injury: No injury to occupants

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