Shark attack at New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, 04-Oct-2015
Date of attack: October 4th 2015
Location: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida
Shark species: Blacktip shark, 4' to 5'
Name of victim: Phillip Tarasovic
Age of victim: 14 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Severe lacerations to left hand

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