Shark attack details: Sandals Resort, New Providence, 04-Dec-23
| Date of attack: |
December 4th 2023 |
| Location: |
Sandals Resort, New Providence |
| Shark species: |
unknown |
| Name of victim: |
Lauren Erickson Van Wart |
| Age of victim: |
44 years old |
| Sex of victim: |
F |
| Activity: |
Paddle boarding |
| Injury: |
FATAL |
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