Last Shark Attack in Barbados

The most recent recorded shark attack in Barbados occurred on 24-May-1933 at Off Pelican Island. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was yacht of michael howell capsized at the time of the incident.

Date: 24-May-1933
Location: Off Pelican Island
Outcome: Fatal
Species: Unidentified
Activity: Yacht of Michael Howell capsized
Victim: 9 people in the water

What happened

5 survived & 4 perished, but shark involvement not confirmed

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Previous recorded incidents in Barbados

Pie CornerSep 28, 1922Fatal
BridgetownNov 20, 1895
BarbadosAug 9, 1786Fatal
Carlisle BayMar 25, 1703
BarbadosJan 1, 1700Fatal

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Barbados?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Barbados was on 24-May-1933, at Off Pelican Island.

Was the latest shark attack in Barbados fatal?

Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Off Pelican Island was fatal.

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