Shark attack details: The Strand, Western Cape Province, 07-Nov-2007
| Date of attack: |
November 7th 2007 |
| Location: |
The Strand, Western Cape Province |
| Shark species: |
1.5 to 2 m shark |
| Name of victim: |
Andrew Smith |
| Age of victim: |
14 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
M |
| Activity: |
Surfing |
| Injury: |
Lacerations to feet |
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