Last Shark Attack in Reunion

The most recent recorded shark attack in Reunion occurred on Between 1918 & 1939 at Barachois. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was swimming at the time of the incident.

Date: Between 1918 & 1939
Location: Barachois
Outcome: Fatal
Species: Unidentified
Activity: Swimming

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Reunion

Petite-îleNo date
Saint-Gilles, Saint-Gilles-les-BainsSep 22, 2024Fatal
ReunionDec 11, 2019
L’Hermitage LagoonNov 1, 2019Fatal
Sainte-Rose at the mouth of Riviere de l'EstJan 29, 2019Fatal

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Reunion?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Reunion was on Between 1918 & 1939, at Barachois.

Was the latest shark attack in Reunion fatal?

Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Barachois was fatal.

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