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

Shark attack details: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, 17-May-2009
Date of attack: May 17th 2009
Location: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida
Shark species: blacktip or spinner shark
Name of victim: Nolan Provido
Age of victim: 31 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Lacerations to left leg & foot

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