Shark attack at Tetiaroa, Society Islands, French Polynesia

Shark attack details: Tetiaroa, Society Islands, Nov-2002
Date of attack: Nov 1st 2002
Location: Tetiaroa, Society Islands
Shark species: unknown
Name of victim: Scott Heywood
Age of victim: 52 years old
Sex of victim: M
Activity: Fishing, standing in 2' of water
Injury: Shin bruised

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