Shark attack at Coral Cove Park, Jupiter Island, Martin County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: Coral Cove Park, Jupiter Island, Martin County, Florida, 09-Mar-2001
Date of attack: March 9th 2001
Location: Coral Cove Park, Jupiter Island, Martin County, Florida
Shark species: 1.2 m to 1.5 m [4' to 5'] spinner shark
Name of victim: Chad Hooker
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Fingers & hand lacerated

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