Shark attack at Conspicuous Beach, near Walpole, Western Australia, Australia

Shark attack details: Conspicuous Beach, near Walpole, Western Australia, 06-Jun-2010
Date of attack: June 6th 2010
Location: Conspicuous Beach, near Walpole, Western Australia
Shark species: unknown
Name of victim: Michael Bedford
Age of victim: 40 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Severe laceration to right knee

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