Shark attack at Jensen Beach, Martin County , Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: Jensen Beach, Martin County , Florida, 15-Mar-2012
Date of attack: March 15th 2012
Location: Jensen Beach, Martin County , Florida
Shark species: Possibly a 5' to 6' Bull shark
Name of victim: Frank Wacha
Age of victim: 61 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Left forearm bitten

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