Last Shark Attack in Scotland

The most recent recorded shark attack in Scotland occurred on 31-Aug-2012 at Off the Isle of Islay. The incident was non-fatal and involved Porbeagle. The victim was shark fishing at the time of the incident.

Date: 31-Aug-2012
Location: Off the Isle of Islay
Outcome: Non-fatal
Species: Porbeagle
Activity: Shark fishing
Victim: Hamish Currie

What happened

No injury, shoe bitten by hooked and landed shark PROVOKED INCIDENT

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Previous recorded incidents in Scotland

Spey BayOct 27, 2011
Deep Sea World AquariumOct 16, 2009
Balintore BayJun 1, 2008
ArranSep 11, 1937
Fallen RocksSep 10, 1937

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Scotland?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Scotland was on 31-Aug-2012, at Off the Isle of Islay.

Was the latest shark attack in Scotland fatal?

No — the most recent recorded incident at Off the Isle of Islay was non-fatal.

What species was involved in the latest Scotland shark attack?

The most recent recorded incident in Scotland involved Porbeagle.

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