Shark attack at Pelican Waters, Caloundra, Queensland, Australia

Shark attack details: Pelican Waters, Caloundra, Queensland, 09-Jul-19
Date of attack: July 9th 2019
Location: Pelican Waters, Caloundra, Queensland
Shark species: Bull shark pup
Name of victim: Craig McDougall
Age of victim: 43 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Paddle boarding
Injury: Puncture wounds to wrist

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