Shark attack at Crystal Beach, Galveston County, Texas, Usa

Shark attack details: Crystal Beach, Galveston County, Texas, 09-Aug-18
Date of attack: August 9th 2018
Location: Crystal Beach, Galveston County, Texas
Shark species: Said to involve a Bull shark, 5' to 6'
Name of victim: Blaine Shelton
Age of victim: 42 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Spearfishing
Injury: Laceration to right leg above the knee

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Said to involve a bull shark, 5' to 6' Said to involve a Bull shark, 5' to 6'

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