Shark attack at Cocoa Beach, Brevard County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: Cocoa Beach, Brevard County, Florida, 15-Apr-2003
Date of attack: April 15th 2003
Location: Cocoa Beach, Brevard County, Florida
Shark species: 15 cm to 20 cm [6" to 8"] bite diameter just below left knee
Name of victim: male, a tourist from Venezuela
Age of victim: 20 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming (using a float)
Injury: Left calf lacerated

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