Shark attack details: Islamorada, Monroe County, Florida, 07-Aug-2007
| Date of attack: |
August 7th 2007 |
| Location: |
Islamorada, Monroe County, Florida |
| Shark species: |
Possibly a 10' Bull shark |
| Name of victim: |
Ashley Silverman |
| Age of victim: |
19 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
F |
| Activity: |
Jumped into the water |
| Injury: |
Lacerations to arm |
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