Shark attack details: Tunnels surf break off Makua Beach, Kaua'i, Hawaii, 31-Oct-2003
| Date of attack: |
October 31st 2003 |
| Location: |
Tunnels surf break off Makua Beach, Kaua'i, Hawaii |
| Shark species: |
14' Tiger shark |
| Name of victim: |
Bethany Hamilton |
| Age of victim: |
13 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
F |
| Activity: |
Surfing |
| Injury: |
Left arm severed below shoulder |
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