Shark attack at New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, 09-Mar-22
Date of attack: March 9th 2022
Location: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida
Shark species: Blacktip shark, 5' to 6'
Name of victim: male
Age of victim: 21 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Fishing
Injury: Minor injuries to knee and calf of left leg PROVOKED INCIDENT

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Blacktip shark, 5' to 6' Blacktip shark, 5' to 6'

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