Shark attack at Château Royal Beach, Noumea, South Province, New Caledonia

Shark attack details: Château Royal Beach, Noumea, South Province, 19-Feb-23
Date of attack: February 19th 2023
Location: Château Royal Beach, Noumea, South Province
Shark species: Bull shark
Name of victim: Chris Davis
Age of victim: 59 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming
Injury: FATAL, Multiple injuries

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