Shark attack at Emerald Beach, New South Wales, Australia

Shark attack details: Emerald Beach, New South Wales, 05-Sep-21
Date of attack: September 5th 2021
Location: Emerald Beach, New South Wales
Shark species: Great white shark
Name of victim: Timothy Thompson
Age of victim: 31 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: FATAL

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