Shark attack at New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, Usa

Shark attack details: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida, 30-Aug-1997
Date of attack: Aug 30th 1997
Location: New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, Florida
Shark species: unknown
Name of victim: Chris Hoyas
Age of victim: 18 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Surfing
Injury: Lacerations on right ankle & heel

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