Shark attack at Klamath River, Del Norte County, California, Usa

Shark attack details: Klamath River, Del Norte County, California, 11-Aug-1988
Date of attack: Aug 11th 1988
Location: Klamath River, Del Norte County, California
Shark species: 2.4 m to 3 m [8' to 10'] Great white shark
Name of victim: Carl Lafazio
Age of victim: 27 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Thigh bitten

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