Shark attack at Praia dos Milagres, Pernambuco, Brazil

Shark attack details: Praia dos Milagres, Pernambuco, 21-Feb-23
Date of attack: February 21st 2023
Location: Praia dos Milagres, Pernambuco
Shark species: unknown
Name of victim: Andre Luiz Gomes da Silva
Age of victim: 32 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Injuries to left thigh and calf

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