Last Shark Attack in Panama

The most recent recorded shark attack in Panama occurred on 1883-1889 at Panama Bay 8ºN, 79ºW. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark.

Date: 1883-1889
Location: Panama Bay 8ºN, 79ºW
Outcome: Fatal
Species: Unidentified
Activity: Not recorded
Victim: Jules Patterson

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Panama

Playa La CabañaOct 17, 2009
Red Frog BeachSep 30, 2009Fatal
Playa TetaJul 26, 2008
PanamaOct 31, 2003
Golfo de los MosquitosNov 2, 1965

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Panama?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Panama was on 1883-1889, at Panama Bay 8ºN, 79ºW.

Was the latest shark attack in Panama fatal?

Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Panama Bay 8ºN, 79ºW was fatal.

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