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Charleston, USA — Reported 21-Jun-1896

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Shark Attack Incident

Charleston, USA

June 20, 1896

Non-fatal

DateReported 21-Jun-1896

TypeUnprovoked

CountryUSA

LocationCharleston

ActivityBathing

InjuryLacerations to foot and calf

VictimMr. Walsh, Male

SourceNew York Times, 6/21/1896

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