Shark attack details: Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Nassau County, Florida, 20-Sep-2015
| Date of attack: |
September 20th 2015 |
| Location: |
Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Nassau County, Florida |
| Shark species: |
4' shark |
| Name of victim: |
Joshua Bitner, Jr. |
| Age of victim: |
12 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
M |
| Activity: |
Wading |
| Injury: |
Significant injuries to leg |
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