Shark attack at Tofino, Vancouver, British Colombia, Canada

Shark attack details: Tofino, Vancouver, British Colombia, 19-Jul-2012
Date of attack: July 19th 2012
Location: Tofino, Vancouver, British Colombia
Shark species: Salmon shark suspected, but unlikely
Name of victim: Kaitlin Dakers
Age of victim: 23 years old
Sex of victim: F
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Lacerations to 2 fingers, but shark involvement unconfirmed

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