Shark attack at Fig Tree Bridge, Lane Cove River, near Sydney , New South Wales, Australia

Shark attack details: Fig Tree Bridge, Lane Cove River, near Sydney , New South Wales, 26-Jan-1912
Date of attack: January 26th 1912
Location: Fig Tree Bridge, Lane Cove River, near Sydney , New South Wales
Shark species: 2.8 m [9'3"] Whaler shark captured 3 days later with his remains in its gut
Name of victim: James Edward Morgan
Age of victim: 21 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Swimming
Injury: FATAL

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2.8 m [9'3 2.8 m [9'3"] Whaler shark captured 3 days later with his remains in its gut

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