Shark attack at East London, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

Shark attack details: East London, Eastern Cape Province, 08-May-2001
Date of attack: May 8th 2001
Location: East London, Eastern Cape Province
Shark species: 2.7 m to 3 m [9' to 10'] Great white shark
Name of victim: David van Staden
Age of victim: 26 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Leg bitten

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2.7 m to 3 m [9' to 10'] white shark 2.7 m to 3 m [9' to 10'] Great white shark

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