Shark attack at Matauri Bay, North Island, New Zealand

Shark attack details: Matauri Bay, North Island, 15-Dec-18
Date of attack: December 15th 2018
Location: Matauri Bay, North Island
Shark species: Mako shark, 7'
Name of victim: Kevin Lloyd
Age of victim: 24 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Spearfishing
Injury: Injuries to leg and hand

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Mako shark, 7' Mako shark, 7'

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