Shark attack at Albany (incident took place 200 metres from swimmers), Western Australia, Australia

Shark attack details: Albany (incident took place 200 metres from swimmers), Western Australia, 26-Feb-2001
Date of attack: February 26th 2001
Location: Albany (incident took place 200 metres from swimmers), Western Australia
Shark species: 5 m [16.5'] Great white shark
Name of victim: 5 m boat, occupants: Don & Margaret Stubbs
Sex of victim:
Activity: Fishing for whiting
Injury: No injury to occupants

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5 m [16.5'] white shark 5 m [16.5'] Great white shark

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