Shark attack at Cudgen Creek, New South Wales, Australia

Shark attack details: Cudgen Creek, New South Wales, 20-Jan-2011
Date of attack: January 20th 2011
Location: Cudgen Creek, New South Wales
Shark species: Shark involvement not confirmed
Name of victim: Mia Merlini
Age of victim: 7 years old
Sex of victim: F
Activity: Swimming
Injury: Lacerations to both legs

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