Shark attack at Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina, Usa

Shark attack details: Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina, 14-Jun-2012
Date of attack: June 14th 2012
Location: Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina
Shark species: Blacktip shark
Name of victim: Jordon Garosalo
Age of victim: 16 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming
Injury: Laceration to right foot

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