Shark attack at New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, 05-Oct-2006
Date of attack: October 5th 2006
Location: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida
Shark species: 3' to 3.5' shark
Name of victim: Stephen M
Age of victim: 18 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Playing soccer in the water
Injury: Lacerations to foot

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