Shark attack at Nova Vicosa, Bahia, Brazil

Shark attack details: Nova Vicosa, Bahia, 08-Mar-2001
Date of attack: March 8th 2001
Location: Nova Vicosa, Bahia
Shark species: Shark involvement unconfirmed
Name of victim: V.A.F.
Age of victim: 12 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Attempting to catch a crocodile
Injury: Lacerations below the knee

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