| Date of attack: | December 8th 2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Keawakapu Point, Kihei, Maui, Hawaii |
| Shark species: | Tiger shark |
| Name of victim: | Kristiine Allen |
| Age of victim: | 60 years old |
| Sex of victim: | F |
| Activity: | Snorkeling |
| Injury: | Fatal attack |
Washington Woman Presumed Killed in Maui Shark Attack
On December 8, 2022, 60-year-old Kristine Allen from Bellingham, Washington, disappeared while snorkeling off Keawakapu Beach in Maui, Hawaii. The incident occurred around noon, approximately 50 yards from shore.
Allen’s husband, who was snorkeling with her, reported seeing a large shark swim nearby but lost sight of his wife. The shark circled the area several times before he returned to shore and called for help. A large-scale search effort was launched, involving the Maui Fire Department, Ocean Safety, and the U.S. Coast Guard, but her body was never recovered.
Authorities later found a snorkel set and part of a bathing suit. A tiger shark, estimated to be 10–12 feet long, was spotted in the area, but it remains unclear if it was responsible for the attack.
Map showing shark attack location and nearby incidents
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