Shark attack at Wilmington River, Chatham County, Georgia, Usa

Shark attack details: Wilmington River, Chatham County, Georgia, 16-Jun-19
Date of attack: June 16th 2019
Location: Wilmington River, Chatham County, Georgia
Shark species: Bull shark, 4' to 5'
Name of victim: Gene Brooks
Age of victim: 64 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming
Injury: Arc of lacerations to bicep

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Bull shark, 4' to 5' Bull shark, 4' to 5'

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