Shark attack at Grand Cay, Abaco Islands, Bahamas

Shark attack details: Grand Cay, Abaco Islands, 31-Aug-2001
Date of attack: August 31st 2001
Location: Grand Cay, Abaco Islands
Shark species: 3 m [10'] Bull shark
Name of victim: Nick Raich
Age of victim: 44 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Spearfishing
Injury: Torso lacerated

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