Shark attack at Eueiki Island, Vava'u, Tonga

Shark attack details: Eueiki Island, Vava'u, 10-Sep-2012
Date of attack: September 10th 2012
Location: Eueiki Island, Vava'u
Shark species: Possibly a 3 m Bull shark
Name of victim: Kylie Maguire
Age of victim: 29 years old
Sex of victim: F
Activity: Swimming
Injury: Injuries to thighs & buttocks

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